Tags Warty Frogfish Clown Anglerfish Coral Reef Indo Pacific Tropical Waters Coral Reefs Marine Biodiversity Marine Life Coral Triangle Underwater Indonesia

Pair of Camouflaged Warty Frogfish

A pair of a warty frogfish (A. maculatus), the male vibrates and uses its pectoral fins to walk. The larger female camouflaged against the reef, off the coast of Indonesia.

Image ID 56940927
Length 00:00:27
Production Company Kyle Roepke
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The Warty Frogfish (Antennarius maculatus) is a marine species known for its unique appearance and hunting behaviour. Characterised by their warty, textured skin covered in spinules and numerous fleshy protrusions, they are masters of camouflage, able to change colour to match their surroundings, and they move by walking on modified pectoral fins rather than swimming. These fascinating creatures are found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region.

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Kyle Roepke