Author: (Waite, 1894)
FBname: Shadow driftfish
Comments: Found near continental and insular margins (Ref. 9834), in deep water on continental slopes (Ref. 30573).  Adults are characterized by a demersal mode of life in the upper continental slope, between 180 and 800 m (commonly 300-450 m) and the young are found in mid-water layers (Ref. 54802).  Feeds mainly on salps (Ref. 33689).  Marketed fresh and could also be used as fishmeal or paste (Ref. 9502).