Melamphaidae
Melamphaidae is a family of deep-sea ray-finned fish, commonly known as bigscales or crestfishes. These fish are found in oceans worldwide, typically at depths ranging from 200 to 2,000 meters. They are characterized by their large, ctenoid scales, which give them their common name. Melamphaids generally have a moderately compressed body, a large head with a terminal mouth, and small, numerous teeth. Their dorsal fin is usually long and may have a distinct crest.
The family Melamphaidae includes several genera, such as Melamphaes, Poromitra, and Scopeloberyx. Species within this family
Reproduction in Melamphaidae is thought to involve pelagic eggs and larvae, which drift in the upper water