Prickly lanternfish
Dasyscopelus asper
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Saltwater
Overview
Prickly lanternfish (Dasyscopelus asper) is a marine fish of the family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes), in the order Myctophiformes. Maximum recorded length is 8.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 244–1948 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8.5 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 244-1948m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
244-1948m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes) |
| 科 | Myctophidae (Lanternfishes) |
| 物种 | Dasyscopelus asper |
常见问题
How big does Prickly lanternfish get?
Prickly lanternfish can grow up to 8.5 cm long.
What family does Prickly lanternfish belong to?
Prickly lanternfish (Dasyscopelus asper) belongs to the family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes) in the order Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes).
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