Benthocometes is a genus of .
Species
There are currently two recognized species in this genus:
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Nielsen, J. G., & Evseenko, S. A. (1989). Larval stages of Benthocometes robustus (Ophidiidae) from the Mediterranean. Cybium, 13(1), 7-12.
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Benthocometes australiensis J. G. Nielsen, 2010
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Benthocometes robustus (Goode & Bean, 1886)
Natural History of Benthocometes robustus
Benthocometes robustus is known to inhabit deep-sea environments, primarily residing at depths between in the western North Atlantic. This species has been observed in areas characterized by soft sediments, where it likely feeds on small benthic organisms, utilizing its elongated body to navigate through its dark and complex habitat.
