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Smallest fish

The current smallest fish record is 0.2 in, held by Photocorynus spiniceps (adult male), set on August 25, 2005. Last checked October 14, 2026.

0.2

in

Photocorynus spiniceps (adult male)

Philippine Sea, collected at 1,425 m depth, 2005

Holder
Photocorynus spiniceps (adult male)
Record
0.2 in
Metric
0.6 cm
Exact figure
6.2 mm
Location
Philippine Sea, collected at 1,425 m depth
Date set
August 25, 2005
Recognized by
Guinness World Records
Last checked
October 14, 2026

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