Pacific Daggertooth [Xenomeiropsis pacificus]
Description
The Pacific Daggertooth is found in the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean. Similar to its American counterpart, it has a slender body, a pointed snout, and sharp teeth. This species is also bioluminescent and uses light to attract prey or communicate with potential mates. It is a midwater predator, primarily feeding on smaller fish and invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Harpacticoida
Harpacticoida
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| Family |
Ameiridae
Ameiridae
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| Genus |
Xenomeiropsis
Xenomeiropsis
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