Smallfin Lanternfish [Lampanyctus pusillus]
Description
The Smallfin Lanternfish is a species found in the subtropical and tropical waters of the world's oceans. It has a small body size, with a maximum length of 9 cm. It is characterized by a slender body, small fins, and ventral photophores.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Lanternfishes
Myctophiformes
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| Family |
Lanternfishes
Myctophidae
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| Genus |
Lampanyctus
Lampanyctus
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