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Red-lipped Batfish — printable fact sheet
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Red-lipped Batfish
Ogcocephalus darwini
The Red-lipped Batfish is a bizarre-looking fish known for its bright, lipstick-red lips and angular, flattened body. Native to the waters around the Galápagos Islands and off Peru, it is a bottom-dwelling species that uses its pectoral fins to 'walk' along the ocean floor rathe…
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- Despite its striking appearance, the Red-lipped Batfish is not poisonous and poses no threat to humans.
- The Red-lipped Batfish's vivid lips are thought to play a role in species recognition and mate attraction. Unlike most fish, it is a poor swimmer and walks on the seafloor using its modified fins. Its 'fishing lure' helps it attract unsuspecting prey right to its mouth.
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