Stubby Lanternfish
Bolinichthys supralateralis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 40–850 m
- Max size: 11.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small lanternfish of the open ocean, this species glows with rows of light organs and rides the deep scattering layer up and down each day. It hangs near 600 metres in daylight and rises toward the surface at night, though the largest fish stop making the climb.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Myctophiformes › Myctophidae › Bolinichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126583.
FAQ
- How deep does the Stubby Lanternfish live?
- The Stubby Lanternfish (Bolinichthys supralateralis) is typically found at 40–850 m.
- Is the Stubby Lanternfish dangerous to divers?
- The Stubby Lanternfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Stubby Lanternfish get?
- The Stubby Lanternfish grows to about 11.7 cm.