Anoather common name for the giant flashlight fish is splitfin flashlight fish. These fish use their blinking lights to communicate with other giant flashlightfish, assist in schooling and mating, and to attract prey.
Facts and Features
- Geographic Distribution
Western Indo-Pacific Ocean to southern Japan and south to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
- Amazing Facts
The bright light of schooling flashlight fish can be seen at night up to 30.5 m (100 ft away). This light is said to be the brightest glow produced by any known living organism.
- At the Aquarium
Not on exhibit. Information about this flashlight fish is included in the Online Ocean Learning Center for use as a reference.
