African stargazer [Uranoscopus afro]
Description
African stargazers are found in the southeastern Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Africa. They have a similar body shape to other stargazers, with a large head and eyes on top. They are usually a sandy color to blend in with the seafloor. African stargazers are also known for their ability to produce electric shocks.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Stargazers
Uranoscopidae
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| Genus |
Marbled Stargazers
Pleuroscopus
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