Longnose Batfish [Dolopichthys longicornis]
Description
The Longnose Batfish, with the scientific name Dolopichthys longicornis, is a species of batfish in the family Ogcocephalidae. It's primarily found in the Atlantic Ocean, specifically in the western parts of the Central Atlantic, ranging from the Bahamas and the Gulf of Mexico to northern South America. This species is characterized by a long rostrum and a compressed body. Its color varies from brown to reddish-brown and it often has large pale blotches. This species is benthic, meaning it lives on the bottom of the ocean, and it's usually found at depths between 183 and 914 meters.
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 |
Dolopichthys
Dolopichthys
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