Marbled Frogfish [Histrio marmoratus]
Description
The Marbled Frogfish is a unique species found in the tropical Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its ability to change its coloration and skin texture to blend in with its surroundings. Its body is covered in numerous wart-like protuberances, and it has a long fishing rod-like appendage on its snout. This species is an ambush predator, lying in wait for prey to approach before striking.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Velvetfishes
Aploactinidae
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| Genus |
Histrio
Histrio
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