Diaphus Sagamiensis (Diaphus sagamiensis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Myctophidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in deep-water environments. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Dorsal soft rays (total): 16 - 17; Anal soft rays: 15 - 16.
Behavioural data for Diaphus Sagamiensis is currently being reviewed.
Marine; bathypelagic; depth range ? - 549 m . Deep-water Northwest Pacific: Japan (559) and Taiwan.
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