Anglerfish: The Fish of Many Baited Tongues

Located deep in the ocean, where the sunlight barely reaches, the Anglerfish are a species of fish that have adapted in a most... creative way.

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Physical Characteristics

The Anglerfish have a unique lure on their head, which they use to catch their prey. This lure is made up of many small, bioluminescent "baited tongues" that they use to attract unsuspecting fish.

They are typically a deep-sea dweller, found at depths of 200-400 meters.

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