Plunging into the Abyss: 12 Spooky Sea Monsters From Around The World

The Anglerfish

The Anglerfish is a deep-sea dweller known for its distinctive method of hunting. The female Anglerfish has a bioluminescent lure attached to a dorsal spine, which it uses to attract prey in the pitch-black depths of the ocean. Once the prey is within reach, the Anglerfish snaps it up with its large, toothy mouth. The male Anglerfish, significantly smaller, attaches itself to the female and becomes a parasite, relying on her for nutrients.