Bulbous dreamer (Dermatias platynogaster). X-ray of a section through a female bulbous dreamer,a type of deep-sea anglerfish,showing its 'fishing pole' (upper left) protruding from its head (left). Female anglerfish have a natural 'fishing pole' - the long first spine of the dorsal fin is tipped with a bulb that holds luminescent bacteria to attract prey. This anglerfish has a soft fleshy body and,like many other deep-sea fish,spends its entire life in the water column,never touching bottom. This specimen measures 15 centimetres in length | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Sandra J. Raredon, National Museum of Natural History, SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION |
Bildgröße: | 3394 px × 2575 px |
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