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Our oceans, lakes, and rivers are teeming with life. Amongst the fish that swim in these waters are some very unique species.
In the cold, dark depths of the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Oceans − between 1,970 to 3,940 feet deep − the blobfish looks quite different, more like a "normal" fish, in fact.
At depths of over 9,000 feet below, the blobfish floats around, casually eating whatever passes its way. Sources report that this laid-back fish is under threat from overfishing.
This 'blob-headed' fish (Chaetostoma sp.) is also new to science and was a shocking discovery due to its enlarged blob-like head, a feature that the fish scientists have never seen before.
Researchers on an expedition in Peru have discovered 27 animal species new to science – among them a “blob-headed fish” and a type of semi-aquatic mouse.
The findings include four mammals, eight fish, three amphibians and 10 butterfly species, according to the research team. Among the newly discovered species is the "blob-headed" fish, named for ...
This 'blob-headed' fish (Chaetostoma sp.) is also new to science and was a shocking discovery due to its enlarged blob-like head, a feature that the fish scientists have never seen before.
But the blobfish isn't all the "blobby" in it's natural habitat. In the cold, dark depths of the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific Oceans − between 1,970 to 3,940 feet deep − the blobfish looks quite ...
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