Hairy dragonfish [Eurypegasus villosus]
Description
The Hairy Dragonfish is a relatively rare species found in the waters off the coast of Australia. This fish is characterized by its hairy appearance on its body, which is actually composed of skin flaps. It has a similar body shape and barbel as its relatives. Its habitat is typically on the sandy sea floor, often near coral reefs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Shortdragonfishes
Idiacanthidae
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| Genus |
Shortdragonfishes
Idiacanthus
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