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Ragfish
The ragfish, Icosteus aenigmaticus, is a large, gelatinous-bodied marine fish found in the North Pacific Ocean. It is the sole living species commonly placed in the family Icosteidae, and adults retain a largely cartilaginous skeleton instead of the extensively ossified bones typical of most teleost fishes. Juveniles and adults differ markedly in appearance, and the species is encountered from off...
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Spookfish
The spookfish, *Dolichopteryx longipes*, is a deep-sea fish notable for its unique tubular eyes. These specialized organs use reflective membranes instead of lenses to focus light, allowing the fish to see upwards through the dark depths. This adaptation is rare among vertebrates. It’s primarily studied by marine biologists researching deep-sea adaptations and visual systems.
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