Painted Frogfish
Antennarius pictus
- Group: Frogfish
- Typical depth: 0–75 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A master of disguise, the painted frogfish sits motionless among sponges, matching their colour and texture so closely it disappears. The young even mimic toxic nudibranchs. It walks on its fins and lures small fish with a wormlike bait, snapping them up in a lightning fast gulp.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Lophiiformes › Antennariidae › Antennarius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217851.
FAQ
- How deep does the Painted Frogfish live?
- The Painted Frogfish (Antennarius pictus) is typically found at 0–75 m.
- Is the Painted Frogfish dangerous to divers?
- The Painted Frogfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Painted Frogfish get?
- The Painted Frogfish grows to about 30 cm.