California Headlightfish
Diaphus theta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–3400 m
- Max size: 11.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
Rows of light producing organs run along its body, glowing in the dark water of the open ocean. This small lanternfish rises toward the surface to feed at night on krill and copepods, then sinks back into the deep, ranging across a huge span of depth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Myctophiformes › Myctophidae › Diaphus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272694.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Headlightfish live?
- The California Headlightfish (Diaphus theta) is typically found at 10–3400 m.
- Is the California Headlightfish dangerous to divers?
- The California Headlightfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the California Headlightfish get?
- The California Headlightfish grows to about 11.4 cm.