Lampanyctus [Lampanyctus]
Description
Lampanyctus comprises lanternfishes with moderately elongated bodies and well-developed light organs. These species are predominantly found in deep, offshore waters and are adapted to life in complete darkness. Their luminescence is crucial for intra-species communication and navigating the pitch-black environment of the deep sea.
Species
Northern Lampfish [Lampanyctus crocodilus]
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Smallfin Lanternfish [Lampanyctus pusillus]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Lanternfishes
Myctophiformes
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| Family |
Lanternfishes
Myctophidae
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Statistics
- Species 2