Dana's anglerfish [Danaphryne danae]
Description
Dana's anglerfish (Danaphryne danae) is a species of anglerfish in the family Oneirodidae. This species is found in the Atlantic Ocean. Just like other species in the same genus, Dana's anglerfish is small in size and has a globular body. It has a large mouth and small anus, both terminal. The skin is thin and delicate. The mouth is surrounded by a series of long, slender, unbranched tentacles.
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 |
Danaphryne
Danaphryne
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