HONG KONG: A new species of anglerfish has been discovered living deep beneath the surface of the Gulf of Mexico. This fearsome-looking creature, which lives out its life in the dark waters, hidden from light, is a terrifying spectacle.
Lasiognathus Regan was found living between 3,300 and 4,900 feet deep in the northern waters of the Gulf. Although the newly-discovered animals may appear repugnant to many human eyes, the creatures are small. Three females of the previously-unknown species were found, ranging in size from a little over an inch long to less than four inches in length.
“Finding this new species reinforces the notion that our inventory of life in the vast ocean interior is far from complete. Every research trip is an adventure and another opportunity to learn about our planet and the varied creatures who call it home,” Tracey Sutton of the Halmos College of Natural Sciences and Oceanography said.
These fish have a unique method of catching prey. Because sunlight cannot reach these waters, the only light comes from bioluminescent creatures. Anglerfish are marked by an esca, a rod-like structure that extends out in front of their heads. When a small fish heads toward the light in search of food, the anglerfish quickly captures the unsuspecting target animal.
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