Bonapartia [Bonapartia]

Description

The Bonapartia genus includes small, deep-sea fish known for their elongated bodies and large mouths filled with sharp, fang-like teeth. They inhabit midwater oceanic environments and are characterized by their bioluminescent organs, which help in camouflage and attracting prey.

Species
Bonaparte's Gull [Bonapartia pediplacea]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Chordates
Chordata
Class Fish
Actinopterygii
Order Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
Family Bristlemouths
Gonostomatidae
Statistics
  • Species 1