Roughback Batfish [Halieutaea fumosa]
Description
The Roughback Batfish, scientifically known as Halieutaea fumosa, is a species of anglerfish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. This species inhabits deep waters and is characterized by a dark brown or black coloration, a flattened body shape, and a rough, granular skin texture. It uses its modified dorsal fin ray as a lure to attract prey.
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 |
Halieutaea
Halieutaea
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