Red batfish [Ogcocephalus darwini]
Description
The red batfish, or Darwin's batfish, is a species of batfish in the family Ogcocephalidae. They inhabit the Eastern Pacific from the Gulf of California to Northern Peru. They are a benthic species, usually found on sandy or muddy substrates, often associated with reefs. This species is characterized by its red color and unique shape, resembling a bat in flight.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Anglerfishes
Lophiiformes
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| Family |
Batfishes
Ogcocephalidae
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| Genus |
Ogcocephalus
Ogcocephalus
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