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flashlight fish

/ˈflæʃlaɪt fɪʃ/

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/ˈflæʃlaɪt fɪʃ/formalscientific
  • ruРаспространённое название биолюминесцентных рыб семейства Anomalopidae, у которых под глазами находятся светопроизводящие органы, используемые для общения, маскировки и привлечения добычи.

A common name for bioluminescent fish of the family Anomalopidae, which have light-producing organs beneath their eyes used for communication, camouflage, and attracting prey.

  1. Bioluminescent fishC1formal

    A type of fish from the family Anomalopidae that has a light-producing organ under its eye, used for communication and hunting.

    ruБиолюминесцентная рыба

    • The flashlight fish uses its glowing organ to attract prey in the dark ocean depths.
    • Divers often spot flashlight fish near coral reefs at night.
    • Researchers study the symbiotic bacteria that give flashlight fish their glow.