Gonostoma [Gonostoma]

Description

Gonostoma includes species commonly referred to as bristlemouths, characterized by their elongated bodies and distinctive bristle-like teeth. These deep-sea fish are found in mesopelagic to bathypelagic zones, utilizing bioluminescence for camouflage and to attract prey.

Species

Shortfin dragonfish [Gonostoma denudatum]

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Atlantic bristlemouth [Gonostoma elongatum]