2091 
D. Ill, ll, I, first branched ray 1 2/5 in total head length; 
adipose fin 3 1/5 to 5; A. Ill, 14, I or III, 15, I, first branched 
ray 1 4/5; caudal 1 1/3, well forked; least depth of caudal peduncle 
2 1/2 to 2 4/5; pectoral 2 1/4 to 3 1/8; ventral 2. 
Blackish, also rays and membranes of fins. Ventrals with distinct 
whitish blotch on inner rays. Opercles and inside gill opening blackish. 
Fins pale brown generally. 
Pacific Ocean. 
44289 U. 3. N. 10 . Albatross Collection (2923). Length 178 mm. Type 
of Myctophum regale . 
87559 U. 3. N. M. Albatross Collection (5695), Length 74 mm. 
