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These are a few of the fish named after dragons.
African Dragon Moray
Muraena melanotis is a speckled brown eel, with a darker
head and two 'horns' on its head.
Deep Sea Dragonfish
As its name suggests, the deep sea dragonfish (Grammatostomias flagellibarba)
lives in the deep ocean. It has been found as deep as 5000 feet down in tropical
regions. The dragonfish has a light-producing organ on the end of a barbel attached
to its chin. It uses this to lure in prey. It also has light-up areas down the
side of its body. When prey gets too close, the dragonfish snaps it up with its sharp
teeth. Deep sea dragonfish are small, growing to about six inches long. Also
know as the scaleless dragonfish.
Dragonfish
The dragonfish (Pegasus natans) is a type of seahorse. It swims with
its body in a horozontal position, rather than the vertical position of most
seahorses. The dragonfish has two large fins, which makes it look a bit like
it has wings. Also know as Eurypegasus draconis and Dragon Sea Moth.
Goldfish
Goldfish, Carassius auratus, have been kept in captivity for a long
time. During that time, selective breeding has led to many new breeds. Some
of these breeds have draconic names. Examples are: orchid dragoneye, spotted
dragoneye, and red dragoneye.
Japanese Dragon Moray
Japanese Dragon Moray (Enchelycore pardalis) are found in the Pacific
Ocean. These eels are know for their bright colours. They are patterned with
orange-red, yellow, black and white. They also have a pointed head and two 'horns'
on their head, giving them a dragon look. They are carnivores and actively
hunt down prey. Also known as Muraena pardalis.
Leafy Sea Dragon
Phyllopteryx eques, the leafy sea dragon, is a related to sea horses.
It is reddish brown, with many leaf-like bits sticking out. This makes it
look like a piece of seaweed. Also known as Phycodurus eques.
Weedy Sea Dragon
Phyllopteryx taeniolatus is type of sea dragon known as the weedy or common
sea dragon. Also know as Syngnatus taeniolatus and Phyllopteryx foliatus
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