Bigeye Poacher [Hemitripterus]

Description

Hemitripterus is a genus comprising the bigeye poachers, belonging to the family Agonidae. These marine fish are known for their large eyes, which enhance their vision in the dimly lit environments of the North Pacific Ocean. Their bodies are protected by bony plates, and they primarily feed on small fish and invertebrates.

Species
Bigeye poacher [Bathylychnops exilis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
Family Poachers
Agonidae
Statistics
  • Species 1