Firefly Lanternfish
Hygophum proximum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1000 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This small lanternfish lives in the open ocean's middle layers, rising to the surface at night and sinking to between 500 and 700 metres by day. Light producing organs dot its body, glowing as it follows the great vertical migration of midwater life.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Myctophiformes › Myctophidae › Hygophum
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217700.
FAQ
- How deep does the Firefly Lanternfish live?
- The Firefly Lanternfish (Hygophum proximum) is typically found at 0–1000 m.
- Is the Firefly Lanternfish dangerous to divers?
- The Firefly Lanternfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Firefly Lanternfish get?
- The Firefly Lanternfish grows to about 5 cm.