bioluminescent

[bahy-oh-loo-muh-nes-uhnt]

adjective

1. Biochemistry.,  relating to or characterized by bioluminescence.

Example Sentences

Then, the creatures of the deep sea began dazzling the crew with a striking display of bioluminescent lights, emitting signals to one another as they encountered this new strange object in their habitat.

From Salon

Indeed the anglerfish, famous for its razor sharp teeth and bioluminescent lure used to snag prey, died only a few hours after the scientists spotted it.

From Salon

Anglerfish are best known for their bioluminescent lures, which dangle from their foreheads to attract prey in the perpetual darkness of the deep sea.

From Science Daily

A pungent, fishy odor has been wafting through the air by Los Angeles’ shore this week, an unfortunate consequence of beautiful bioluminescent algae.

From Los Angeles Times

A pungent, fishy rancid odor has been wafting through the coastal air in Los Angeles this week, an unfortunate consequence of beautiful bioluminescent algae that has graced local beaches for a fortnight.

From Los Angeles Times