Splendid lanternshark

Etmopterus splendidus

Bright ventral markings follow squid over outer slopes

Tropical
Regional distribution
Marine fish
Pacific Ocean
East Asia
Elongated
Medium
Tropical fish

Splendid lanternshark is a marine fish associated with ocean habitats. The available account notes this characteristic: Bright ventral markings follow squid over outer slopes.

Class: Sharks and Rays
Order: Dogfish Sharks
Family: Etmopteridae
Genus: Etmopterus
Maximum length: 30 cm
Water: Marine
Body shape: elongated
Distribution: Northwestern Pacific: Japan and Taiwan.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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