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Barbless dragonfish

Bathophilus abarbatus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Depth Range
0-230m
Family

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-230m
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Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes)
Species Bathophilus abarbatus

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Barbless dragonfish belong to?
Barbless dragonfish (Bathophilus abarbatus) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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