Danaphryne nigrifilis

(Danaphryne nigrifilis)

Description

Danaphryne nigrifilis is a species of dreamer widespread in the temperate to tropical regions of the oceans where it is found at depths of around 850 metres (2,790 ft). This species grows to a length of 8.2 centimetres (3.2 in). This species is the only known member of its genus.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Actinopterygii
Order:Lophiiformes
Family:Oneirodidae
Genus:Danaphryne
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