Møller’s Lanternshark [Etmopterus molleri]
Description
Møller’s lanternshark is a deep-water lanternshark that typically stays close to the seafloor or in midwater near deeper slopes. When encountered, divers may be struck by its dark body contrasted with subtle bioluminescent patterns that can look like tiny lights along the underside.
Where To See Møller’s Lanternshark
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Fish, Sharks & Rays (plus Sea Turtles & Whales)
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Elasmobranchs (Sharks, Rays, Skates)
Elasmobranchii
|
| Order |
Dogfish Sharks
Squaliformes
|
| Family |
Lantern Sharks
Etmopteridae
|
| Genus |
Green Eye Sharks
Etmopterus
|
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