Antigonia
Antigonia is a genus of fish belonging to the family Antigoniidae, commonly known as boarfish. These fish are characterized by their deep, compressed bodies, large eyes, and prominent spines. They are found in a wide range of marine environments, primarily in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans, inhabiting depths from the continental shelf to the abyssal zone. Antigonia species are known for their distinctive reddish-brown to silvery coloration and their ability to produce bioluminescent light.
Common Names
Common names for Antigonia species include:
- Boarfish
- Black boarfish
- Red boarfish
- Silver boarfish
Characteristics
Antigonia species exhibit several distinctive characteristics:
- Deep, compressed bodies
- Large eyes
- Prominent spines, particularly on the dorsal fin
- Reddish-brown to silvery coloration
- Bioluminescent capabilities
- Maximum length typically ranges from 20 to 40 centimeters
Environments
Antigonia species are found in a variety of marine environments:
- Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans
- Continental shelf
- Abyssal zone
- Depths ranging from a few hundred meters to over 2,000 meters
References
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