Pacific Astronesthid Fish
Astronesthes lucifer
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–704 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small dragonfish of continental slopes and seamounts, the Pacific astronesthid carries light producing organs along its body to signal and lure in the dark. It drifts near the bottom in deep water, recorded down past seven hundred metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Stomiiformes › Stomiidae › Astronesthes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275030.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Astronesthid Fish live?
- The Pacific Astronesthid Fish (Astronesthes lucifer) is typically found at 25–704 m.
- Is the Pacific Astronesthid Fish dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Astronesthid Fish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Astronesthid Fish get?
- The Pacific Astronesthid Fish grows to about 12 cm.