Deep-Sea Dragonfish Print (Astronesthes macropogon), Gulf of Mexico, 2016

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Framed Print of Dragonfish (Astronesthes macropogon)

This dragonfish (Astronesthes macropogon), was collected in the Gulf of Mexico between 1, 000 and 600 meters depth, 2016. The species has been collected from as deep as 2, 000 meters. This species has a distinctive light organ below each eye and rows of photophores running down its sides. The barbel has a lure at the end of it that glows in the dark and is used to attract prey items to within striking range of the dragonfish. Image courtesy of the DEEPEND project. © Dante Fenolio / Science Source

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Immerse yourself in the depths of the ocean with our framed print of the elusive Dragonfish (Astronesthes macropogon). Captured by Dante Fenolio, this image shows the incredible beauty and mystery of marine life. Collected at depths between 1,000 to 2,000 meters in the Gulf of Mexico, this species is a true marvel of nature. Bring a touch of underwater wonder into your home with our framed prints.

Deep within the Gulf of Mexico, a mesmerizing world unfolds. Astronesthes macropogon, the dragonfish, glides through darkness with an ethereal glow. Its bioluminescent barbel lures prey into striking distance while rows of photophores illuminate its path. Below each eye, a radiant light organ pulses softly in the blackness. The result is an otherworldly beauty that defies explanation. This enigmatic creature has adapted to life at extreme depths where sunlight barely reaches. Yet it thrives in this alien environment with an elegance that inspires wonder. The DEEPEND project's remarkable image captures this elusive species' mystique and invites us to explore the uncharted realms of our oceanic world.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.4cm x 13.6cm (8" x 5.4")

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