Athorybia [Athorybia]
Description
Athorybia is a genus within the family Agalmatidae, consisting of siphonophore species. These marine organisms are similar to jellyfish but are actually colonies of specialized individuals (zooids). Athorybia species are known for their long, thread-like tentacles used for capturing prey, and their gas-filled floats that help them maintain buoyancy in the water column.
Species

Rosy Lanternfish [Athorybia rosacea]
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Longfin Lanternfish [Athorybia longiceps]
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Margined Lanternfish [Athorybia marginata]
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Pygmy Lanternfish [Athorybia pygmaea]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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Order |
Siphonophorae
Siphonophorae
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Family |
Agalmatidae
Agalmatidae
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Statistics
- Species 4