flagtail
The flagtail, scientifically known as *Eptatretus stoutii*, is a species of hagfish, a primitive jawless fish belonging to the class Myxini. Hagfish are marine animals found in deep waters worldwide, particularly around the coasts of North America, Europe, and Asia. The flagtail is one of the more well-known species within this group, distinguished by its elongated, eel-like body and unique adaptations for survival in its deep-sea habitat.
Flagtails are characterized by their slimy, scaleless skin, which helps them evade predators and navigate through
Flagtails are scavengers, feeding primarily on dead or dying fish, invertebrates, and sometimes live prey. They
Reproduction in hagfish is poorly understood, but they are believed to lay eggs in gelatinous capsules. Females
Conservation status varies by region, but hagfish populations are generally stable due to their widespread distribution