The plainfin midshipman is a bioluminescent fish known for its unique courtship calls. It inhabits the sandy or muddy bottoms of the Pacific Ocean. Typically reaching 6-15 inches and weighing up to 1 pound, it has a flattened body and large mouth. Its diet includes crustaceans and small fish. Nocturnal, it exhibits fascinating reproductive behaviors. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Plainfin midshipman
length · weight
Plainfin midshipman
length · weight
Plainfin midshipman
length · weight
Plainfin midshipman
length · weight
Plainfin midshipman
length · weight


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