deep sea
Predator of the Deep: the Yokozuna Slickhead
This fish may be a sign of life in the deep sea - especially for large consumers.
Tag: deep sea fish
Conservation
Critically endangered ancient fish relative has life a 100 year life span
We are still making sense of coelacanths. Thought to be extinct, these rare, critically endangered, 400 million-year-old ancient fishes are…
deep sea
There are plenty more fish in the deep sea!
The deep sea is far from desolate. In their latest research, Dr. Leitner et al. observe the most fish ever…
Evolution
A Deep Water Dimmer Switch: How Fish Use Light as Camouflage
The deep sea can be a dangerous place to be a fish. Certain fish at this depth have been known…
Biology
How the anglerfish gets its light
Deep-sea anglerfishes are known for their prominent glowing lure extending from their heads. Bacteria are behind the scenes, enabling anglerfish…
Biology
The Price of Motherhood: Deepwater Fish Regenerate Their Tails to Increase Reproductive Fitness
What happens if a fish gets its tail bitten off? It must survive the injury, but also decide what is…
Ecology Evolution
Sea of Love: The Fascinating Story of Sexual Parasitism
When they think of deep sea fish, most people think of that crazy fish from Finding Nemo with the big…