Bembrops nematopterus
Bembrops nematopterus Norman, 1939


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Family:  Bembropidae (Duckbill flatheads)
Max. size:  18.5 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  bathydemersal; marine; depth range 183 - 293 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: off the coast of Zanzibar.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 6-6; Dorsal soft rays (total): 14-15; Anal spines: 15-16. Caudal fin rounded (Ref. 26165).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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