10+ Unbelievable Fish that Glow in The Dark

The phenomenon of a being glowing in the dark is known as bioluminescence. It is when a living thing produces light inside itself, either through enzymes or other chemical reactions.

Let's see, 10+ unbelievable fish that glow in the dark.

VIPERFISH

Scientific Name: Chauliodus sp. Size: Up to 30 centimeters  Location: Tropical and temperate waters at depths up to 9,000 feet

LANTERNFISH

Scientific Name: Family Myctophidae Size: 2-30 centimeters Location: South Africa, the sub-Antarctic, and the Gulf of Oman

FLASHLIGHT FISH

Scientific Name: Anomalops katoptron Size: Up to 35 centimeters Location: Pacific Ocean

Deep Sea Anglerfish

Scientific Name: Ceratioidei sp. Size: 1-7 inches Location: Western Europe, eastern North America, Africa, East Asia

Midshipman Fish

Scientific Name: Porichthys sp. Size: 25-38 centimeters Location: Eastern Pacific Ocean, Alaska, Magdalena Bay

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