Lasiognathus intermedius

Lasiognathus intermedius Bertelsen and Pietsch, 1996 is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Thaumatichthyidae (order Lophiiformes).

Taxonomy. The scientific name Lasiognathus intermedius Bertelsen and Pietsch, 1996 places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Lophiiformes, Lasiognathus intermedius exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: They are anglerfishes with a modified dorsal spine (illicium) used as a lure, often benthic or deep-sea. Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Thaumatichthyidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Thaumatichthyidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.