Slender lanternfish [Lampanyctus tenuiformis]
Description
The Slender lanternfish is a species of lanternfish. They inhabit the Atlantic Ocean. They are small, with a maximum length of 10 cm. They are known for their slender body and large eyes.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Lightfishes
Phosichthyidae
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| Genus |
Deepsea Lightfishes
Yarrella
|