A two-dimensional slice of a photophore from a 6.2 mm total length V. mabahiss. The thick tissues in the back ensure that the light shines downward and not through the body of the fish. (IMAGE)

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

A two-dimensional slice of a photophore from a 6.2 mm total length V. mabahiss. The thick tissues in the back ensure that the light shines downward and not through the body of the fish.

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A two-dimensional slice of a photophore from a 6.2 mm total length V. mabahiss. The thick tissues in the back ensure that the light shines downward and not through the body of the fish.
 

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Dr. Todd Clardy

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