Lagiacrusichthys Explained

Lagiacrusichthys macropinna, the longfin greeneye, is a species of pearleye and the only species in the genus Lagiacrusichthys. L. macropinna live between 0–840 m depth, usually 500 m. This species occurs in Antarctic waters. This species is the only known member of its genus.[1] The genus is named after the fictional monster Lagiacrus from the Monster Hunter video game series and franchise, as both are "rather ferocious coldwater predators" that inhabit the deep ocean.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lagiacrusichthys macropinna . 2024-01-29 . fishesofaustralia.net.au.
  2. Web site: 2015-02-14 . NEW PAPER: EVOLUTION OF PEARLEYE FISHES AND A NEW MONSTER HUNTER INSPIRED GENUS FROM THE ANTARCTIC . 2024-01-29 . Davis Lab . en-US.