Hoplostethus fedorovi is a small deep-sea fish species belonging to the slimehead family (Trachichthyidae).
Distribution It is found in the Western Central Pacific (a holotype from the Marcus-Necker ridge).
Environment Hoplostethus fedorovi is recorded to be found within a marine environment within a bathypelagic or benthopelagic depth range. This species is occupied in the depth range of about . They are commonly known to be a deep water species.
Size Hoplostethus fedorovi was can reach the maximum recorded length of about 15.9 centimetres or about 6.25 inches as an unsexed male.
Threats Hoplostethus fedorovi serves as no threat to humans. They are recorded to be a harmless species.
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