Scientific name Linophryne Higher classification Leftvent Order Anglerfish | Family Linophrynidae Phylum Chordata Rank Genus | |
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Similar Linophryne arborifera, Leftvent, Anglerfish, Borophryne apogon, Deep‑sea anglerfishes |
Linophryne is a genus of leftvents, commonly called the "bearded seadevils."
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Species
There are currently 22 recognized species in this genus:

Fossil Record

A fossil of what may be L. indica was found in Late Miocene strate of Los Angeles, California, along with a fossil of the related Borophryne apogon, during the construction of a metrorail.

References
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