A. gouldae v A. nudiceps (IMAGE)

Virginia Institute of Marine Science

A. gouldae v A. nudiceps

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Adult samples of Akarotaxis gouldae (left) compared to adult samples of Akarotaxis nudiceps (right) show subtle yet distinct morphological differences, including the presence of two bands on the bodies of Akarotaxis gouldae as well as a shorter snouts and jaws. (Image provided by Andrew Corso)

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Andrew Corso

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This image is only to be used in conjunction with reporting on the study: Akarotaxis gouldae, a new species of Antarctic dragonfish (Notothenioidei: Bathydraconidae) from the western Antarctic Peninsula.

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