Weird and Wonderful

Hairy Striated Frogfish

The hairy frogfish is a type of fish covered in spines that resemble strands of hair, which it uses to camouflage itself against coral and seaweed. Found mostly in warm waters around the world, it can also change colour to blend in with its surroundings.

These animals are excellent at hiding in plain sight, but they also do something that really sets them apart from most other sea creatures. Frogfish — which usually grow to about four inches long — don't swim. Instead, they walk on their wide fins along the seafloor as they hunt for their next meal.

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