Pacific Spiny Lophiiform [Malthopsis jordani]
Description
This species is distinguished by the presence of spines on the body and the absence of a luring apparatus. It inhabits deep sea environments, typically at depths of 300 to 600 meters. It is primarily found in the Pacific Ocean.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Anglerfishes
Lophiiformes
|
| Family |
Batfishes
Ogcocephalidae
|
| Genus |
Malthopsis
Malthopsis
|