Longsnout Stickfish [Spiniphryne duhameli]
Description
The Longsnout Stickfish is a species of marine fish in the family Liparidae, also known as snailfish. It is characterized by a long, slender body and a snout that is elongated into a thin, rod-like projection. This species is found in the Atlantic Ocean, specifically in the western part of the South Atlantic. It lives in deep waters, typically at depths ranging from 400 to 1300 meters. Little is known about its behavior due to its deep-sea habitat, but it is believed to be a slow-moving predator that feeds on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Anglerfishes
Lophiiformes
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| Family |
Dreamers
Oneirodidae
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| Genus |
Spiniphryne
Spiniphryne
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