Stripey Ghoul Fish [Microichthys sanjay]
Description
The Stripey Ghoul Fish is a small, benthic fish that can be found in the deep waters of the Indian Ocean. This species is characterized by its distinct horizontal stripes, which are thought to serve as a form of camouflage against predators. The Stripey Ghoul Fish is nocturnal, with most of its activity occurring during the night. It feeds mostly on small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Stonefishes
Synanceiidae
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| Genus |
Stripey Ghoul
Trachicephalus
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