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Brightchin dragonfish

Melanostomias globulifer

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Depth Range
?-544m
Family

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-544m
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Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes)
Species Melanostomias globulifer

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Brightchin dragonfish belong to?
Brightchin dragonfish (Melanostomias globulifer) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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