A real(?) anglerfish in the wild

A real(?) anglerfish in the wild

LifeSpan: 20-25 years

Diet: Small fish, shrimp, small squid, and turtle

Habitat: Most live in the murky depths of the Atlantic and Antarctic oceans, up to a mile below the surface

Species: 200 species

Fun Fact: Some anglerfish can produce their own source of light. This is called bioluminescence and can be used as a method of attracting both mates and prey

Fun Fact: They can grow between two to five inches

Fun Fact: Anglerfish’s skin is thin and nearly transparent. This allows them to blend into their environment