Astronesthes [Astronesthes]

Description

Astronesthes is a genus of deep-sea fishes known for their bioluminescence, with light-producing organs located along their bodies. These fish have elongated bodies, large mouths, and sharp teeth, adapted to their predatory lifestyle in the dark depths of the ocean.

Species

Longneck dragonfish [Astronesthes indicus]

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Starry snaggletooth [Astronesthes martensii]

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Flashlight fish [Astronesthes illuminatus]

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Black snaggletooth [Astronesthes nigra]

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Red snaggletooth [Astronesthes similus]

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Taxonomy