👉 Balaenicipites is a genus of marine and freshwater fish in the family Balaenopteridae. They are known for their distinctive baleen plates, which they use to filter food from the water. Balaenipites are small, aquatic animals that can be found in both fresh and saltwater environments. Their unique appearance is due to their baleen plates, which are covered with a series of tiny filaments called "baleen" or "bale