Myctophum
Myctophum is a genus of lanternfish belonging to the family Myctophidae. These small, mesopelagic fish are found in temperate and tropical oceans worldwide. They are characterized by the presence of photophores, light-emitting organs, arranged in distinct patterns along their bodies. This genus is one of the most widespread and abundant groups of fish in the ocean's midwater zone.
Lanternfish of the genus Myctophum play a significant role in the oceanic food web. They are primarily