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Warty Frogfish
Antennarius maculatus
The warty frogfish, also known as the clown frogfish, is a small, benthic marine fish renowned for its globular, warty appearance and remarkable camouflage abilities. It can change its color and pattern to blend seamlessly with its surroundings, mimicking sponges or coral. This …
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- The warty frogfish can change its color and pattern in a matter of weeks to match its environment, making it a master of disguise in the animal kingdom.
- Warty frogfish can swallow prey nearly their own size thanks to their expandable mouths. They 'walk' along the sea floor using their modified pectoral fins rather than swimming like most fish. Despite their name, the 'warts' are actually skin appendages that aid in camouflage.
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