Whiskered Poacher [Zesticelus]
Description
Zesticelus is a genus in the Agonidae family, featuring species commonly referred to as whiskered poachers. These fish are notable for their whisker-like appendages near the mouth, which are sensory organs. They inhabit the cold waters of the North Pacific, feeding on benthic invertebrates.
Species
Blacktip Prowfish [Agonopsis nigripinnis]
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Chiseltooth Prowfish [Agonopsis chiloensis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Poachers
Agonidae
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Statistics
- Species 2