Angler Fish Washed Ashore
Anglerfish are incredibly unusual to see outside of the deep ocean, but this one was discovered at California’s Crystal Cove State Park. Anglerfish may be found in depths of up to 3,000 feet in the sea. The esca is a modified dorsal fin that protrudes from the head. The anglerfish’s bioluminescence attracts food, which they subsequently impale with its sharp teeth. Even predators have been found to be drawn to the esca, turning the hunter into the prey.
Angler Fish Washed Ashore
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