flashlight fish

American  

noun

1. any of several fishes, especially Photoblepharon palpebratus, inhabiting deep, dark waters and having light organs that can be closed with a lid.

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Etymology

Origin of flashlight fish

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

Sea enthusiasts can take a “virtual dive” into the Honda Pacific Visions Theater and meet new residents, including a green sea turtle, a red-footed booby and flashlight fish.

From Los Angeles Times

Diving near the Solomon Islands, researchers recorded hundreds of flashlight fish at night.

From Scientific American

I looked down to see what Bronwyn was doing but instead caught a glimpse of Millard on the ladder below us, surrounded by curious flashlight fish.

From Literature

Jack-o'-lantern mushrooms, flashlight fish and fireflies are among the multitude of organisms that bioluminesce.

From Washington Post