Longjaw dragonfish [Photonectes margarita]
Description
The Longjaw dragonfish is found in the Atlantic Ocean. They have long jaws, hence the name, and a bioluminescent organ on their chin. They are known for living in deep sea environments and their ability to produce their own light.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Barbeled Dragonfishes
Stomiidae
|
| Genus |
Photonectes
Photonectes
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