
Snaggletooths or stareaters are any of a number of small, deep-sea stomiid fish in the genus Astronesthes. They possess a bioluminescent red chin barbel that the fish use as a lure to attract small prey into striking distance. The fish have delicate skin, and mouths filled with sharp, needlelike, curved teeth Learn more about Stareater
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Common Name | Scientific Name | Conservation Status |
Dragonfish (41 videos) | Astronesthes macropogon | Not Available |