Fragile Lantern Fish
Diaphus fragilis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–1313 m
- Max size: 12.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The fragile lantern fish rises toward the surface at night and sinks to around 520 to 600 m by day. Like other lanternfishes it carries rows of light producing organs, and it matures at barely 7 cm.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Myctophiformes › Myctophidae › Diaphus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 158887.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fragile Lantern Fish live?
- The Fragile Lantern Fish (Diaphus fragilis) is typically found at 15–1313 m.
- Is the Fragile Lantern Fish dangerous to divers?
- The Fragile Lantern Fish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fragile Lantern Fish get?
- The Fragile Lantern Fish grows to about 12.3 cm.