Genus Lasiognathus

Lasiognathus Regan, 1925

Distinct from the other genus of the family in having a narrow head, pterygiophore of illicium more than 60% SL emèrging on dorsal side of head, its posterior end exposed in retracted position; esca with 3 denticles; skin naked; D 5; A 5. Males and larvae unknown. Largest record 97.5 mm.

Species 4: in Clofnam area 2.

Recent revision: Nolan and Rosenblat (1975).

Species of this genus in the program:
Lasiognathus beebei
Lasiognathus saccostoma

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