BenthocometesBenthocometes is a genus of cusk-eels.SpeciesThere are currently two recognized species in this genus:Benthocometes australiensis J. G. Nielsen, 2010 ''Benthocometes robustus''Natural History of ''Benthocometes robustus''Benthocometes robustus is known to inhabit deep-sea environments, primarily residing at depths between in the western North Atlantic. This species has been observed in areas characterized by soft sediments, where it likely feeds on small benthic organisms, utilizing its elongated body to navigate through its dark and complex habitat.