What kind of fish is this? Cayman Brac

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Looks like a member of the Macrouridae, largest family of deepwater fishes. Otherwise known as rattails or grenadiers. They often look like the specimen in the photo when brought up from depth. The swim bladder expands forward into the throat and opens up the jaw.
 

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