Family Luvaridae - louvar

The louvar is the only member of the family and is found worldwide. An oceanic species preying on jellyfishes and other gelatinous organisms.

Louvar- Luvarus imperialis

Remarks: Normally an oceanic species but has been recorded once from the bay. When found in nearshore waters louvars are usually injured or dying.

Identification: Coloration is silver with dark spots on upper body. The pectoral and caudal fins are red. Dorsal and anal fins are opposite and identical in size. Two other features are a small mouth and a caudal peduncle keel. Length to 1.9m.

Range: An oceanic species found from Newport, Oregon to Chile.