Southern Stoplight Loosejaw [Malacosteus australis]
Description
The Southern Stoplight Loosejaw is similar to its relative, the Stoplight Loosejaw, and also resides in deep-sea environments. It is distinguished by a slightly smaller size and a different geographical range, mainly in the Southern Hemisphere. The species is also known for its bioluminescence, using red and green lights to communicate and hunt in the deep-sea darkness.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Dragonfishes
Stomiiformes
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| Family |
Barbeled Dragonfishes
Stomiidae
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| Genus |
Malacosteus
Malacosteus
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