Long-Nose Fanfin Anglerfish [Borostomias antarcticus]
Description
This species resides in the deep sea, typically at depths of 1000 to 4000 meters. It has a length of about 25 centimeters. The Long-Nose Fanfin Anglerfish is distinguished by its long, slender body and its unusual elongated rostrum. Its body is dark in color, and it has large, upward-facing eyes. This species is bioluminescent and uses its light-emitting organ (the esca) to lure prey.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Barbeled Dragonfishes
Stomiidae
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| Genus |
Borostomias
Borostomias
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