Samadia’s Lanternshark [Etmopterus samadiae]
Description
In the deep, divers might spot this species as a small, slender shark gliding along the slope or near rocky bottoms. Its bioluminescence can create a faint counter-illumination effect, making it look subtly patterned against the low-light background.
Where To See Samadia’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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