Sunday 28 September 2008

Frogfish (Antennariidae)















1. A species of anglerfish.
2. Has strongly developed pectoral fins which have developed like arms. Uses them to cling onto coral.
3. The young mimic foul-tasting flat worms and sea slugs to avoid predation.
4. Like most anglerfish it uses a bio-luminescent light to attract prey.
5. Largest species grows to 38cm.

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