Observe how an Anglerfish uses its unique anatomy to imitate a wriggling worm to lure in prey
An anglerfish (order Lophiiformes) luring and capturing prey.
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NARRATOR: Some fish use deception to capture prey. One is the anglerfish, which actually “goes fishing.”
The foremost spine of its dorsal fin extends from its head and functions as a fishing pole.
A fleshy appendage at the end of the pole is the bait. When vibrated it looks like a wriggling worm.
Prey fish attracted to this lure are swallowed up by the anglerfish.
The foremost spine of its dorsal fin extends from its head and functions as a fishing pole.
A fleshy appendage at the end of the pole is the bait. When vibrated it looks like a wriggling worm.
Prey fish attracted to this lure are swallowed up by the anglerfish.