Asian Neonesthes [Neonesthes asiaeorientalis]
Description
The Asian Neonesthes is a species of deep-sea fish in the family Stomiidae. They are found in the Western Pacific ocean, inhabiting depths of 600 to 800 meters. They are characterized by their elongated body, large mouth, and bioluminescent photophores.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Waryfishes
Astronesthidae
|
| Genus |
Neonesthes
Neonesthes
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