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Deep-sea Anglerfish

Anglerfish

Deep sea Deep-sea Anglerfish specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

200–2,000 m (650–6,500 ft)

Size

Up to 1 m (3.3 ft)

Habitat

Bathypelagic Zone

Diet

Fish and crustaceans

What they'd be sayin'

"Only females have the famous glowing lure; males are tiny and parasitic."

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Deep Sea Profile

A general term for various anglerfish species of the deep, known for their bioluminescent lures.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do they make light?

They host a colony of symbiotic bioluminescent bacteria inside their lure.

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