Sigmops [Sigmops]

Description

The Sigmops genus consists of deep-sea fish known for their elongated, slender bodies and large, telescopic eyes adapted to low light conditions. These fish possess photophores for bioluminescence and are found in mesopelagic to bathypelagic zones, feeding on small fish and zooplankton.

Species

Sparkling enope squid [Sigmops bathyphilus]

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Slender enope squid [Sigmops elongatus]

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Grimalditeuthis bonplandi [Sigmops gracilis]

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Taxonomy