Parin’s Lanternshark [Etmopterus parini]
Description
Parin’s lanternshark is a small deep-sea shark known for its bioluminescent capabilities. In low-light dives, divers may observe a faint, scattered glow on the shark’s body—especially as it angles relative to the diver’s lights and the surrounding darkness.
Where To See Parin’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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