macrouramallit

Macrouramallit is a genus of deep-sea fishes belonging to the family Macrouridae, commonly known as grenadiers or rattails. These fish are characterized by their tapering bodies, which end in a whip-like tail, and their large heads with prominent mouths and eyes. They are widespread in oceans around the world, typically found at depths ranging from a few hundred to several thousand meters.

Species within Macrouramallit inhabit various benthic and bathypelagic environments. They are often caught as bycatch in deep-sea trawl fisheries. Their diet generally consists of small invertebrates and other fishes found on the seabed or in the water column. Due to their deep-sea habitat, information on their specific behaviors, life cycles, and population dynamics is often limited. Research into Macrouramallit species contributes to our understanding of deep-sea ecosystems and biodiversity.