Kingdom Animalia Order Lophiiformes Genus Antennatus Higher classification Antennatus | Phylum Chordata Family Antennariidae Scientific name Antennatus nummifer Rank Species | |
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Similar Frogfish, Antennatus, Antennatus coccineus, Anglerfish, Shaggy frogfish | ||
Spotfin frogfish koh tao thailand
The spotfin frogfish, Antennatus nummifer, is a fish of the family Antennariidae, found in all subtropical oceans to depths of 300 m. It grows to 13 cm (5.1 in) in total length. This species can be found in the aquarium trade.
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Spotfin frogfish
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The species varies in color to match their surroundings. They are known for their ability to camouflage and get lost in their surroundings to avoid predators. They are able to lure in their prey with a stalk found between their eyes that imitates the movements of their prey; its mouth can be opened and expanded to the same width as its body to catch and swallow prey. They feed on small fish, crustaceans, and worms.
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Location
The spotfin frogfish can be found on sheltered reefs and on sandy bottoms with rich sponge growth along them. They are widespread across the Indo-Pacific region.