anomalops
/əˈnɑməˌlɑps/
noun
- A genus of tropical marine fish known as flashlight fish, which have a light-producing organ under each eye.
- Scientists study anomalops to understand how fish use bioluminescence for communication.
- The anomalops uses its bioluminescent spot to attract prey in the dark ocean.
- Divers often see anomalops flashing their lights near coral reefs at night.