Name: Flashfish
Scientific Name: Kryptophanaron alfredi
FAQ:
- The flashlight fish are a family, the Anomalopidae, of beryciform fish. There are some unrelated fish with similar features, some of which are also called flashlight fish.
- Notable among these are the deep sea lanternfish, of the family Myctophidae, of which there are over 200 species.
- Flashlight fishes live in tropical waters across the world. Some species move to shallow waters or coral during the night, but otherwise, they are exclusively deep water fish.
- SIZE: They are typically about 14 centimeters (5.5 in) in adult length, although some species reach twice this size.
- DIET: They feed on small crustaceans.
- Flashlight fish are named for their large bioluminescent organs. These are located beneath the eyes and contain luminous red bacteria.
- Different species have an array of methods for shielding the light to escape from predators. The light is used to attract prey, and for communication.
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