This new anglerfish was discovered in Indonesia in January this species actually crawls rather then swims. The fish itself is very flat. These and other traits suggest the fist-size animal may represent a new family of fishes, however the article states that “DNA tests are needed to confirm”. The forward facing eyes seem to be a first for any fish. “Seeking out these fish is probably going to be like the holy grail of divers for a while,” Ambon Island-based dive operator Randolph Shorten said in a statement.
New anglerfish discovered, flat and crawls
Ryan Gripp
Ryan Gripp founded Reef Builders in 2006. He writes about technology, industry and other associated news relating to saltwater fish tanks. He went to Depaul University and has been keeping reef tanks for over 15 years.
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