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Green Lanternshark

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Etmopterus virens, commonly called the green lanternshark, is a small dogfish shark in the family Etmopteridae. It occurs on the upper continental slopes of the western central Atlantic, including the Gulf of Mexico and parts of the Caribbean, at recorded depths extending from roughly 190 to 720 metres. Light-producing photophores on the underside make the species bioluminescent, and it reaches about 26 centimetres in length. It is relevant to readers studying deep-sea sharks, bioluminescence, and Gulf of Mexico marine life.

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What is the scientific name of the Green Lanternshark?

The Green Lanternshark is Etmopterus virens, a small dogfish shark in the family Etmopteridae. Lanternsharks are named for their light-producing organs.

Where does the Green Lanternshark live?

Etmopterus virens occurs on the upper continental slopes of the western central Atlantic. Its range includes the Gulf of Mexico and parts of the Caribbean.

How deep has the Green Lanternshark been recorded?

The species has been recorded across a substantial depth range on upper continental slopes, extending into deep water. Exact limits vary among references, so a single maximum should not be treated as universal.

Why is it called a lanternshark?

It is called a lanternshark because members of Etmopteridae possess photophores, small organs that produce light. These organs are useful in the dim conditions of its deep-water habitat.

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