Black Seadevil Fish

Black Seadevil Fish Latest News

Researchers recently recorded the first-ever sighting of an adult abyssal anglerfish, also known as ‘black demon fish’ or ‘black seadevil fish’, in broad daylight.

About Black Seadevil Fish

• The Black Seadevil Fish, also known as abyssal or humpback anglerfish, is a deep-sea fish known for its terrifying appearance and unique hunting adaptations.
• Scientific Name: Melanocetus johnsonii
• It belongs to the anglerfish family (Melanocetidae).
• It is referred to as the black devil due to its dark colours, sinister-looking sharp teeth, and monstrous shape.
• Habitat: It is found in the deep ocean, often at depths exceeding 2,000 meters (6,600 feet). It prefers total darkness and high-pressure environments.
• Conservation Status:
  • IUCN Red List: Least Concern

Black Seadevil Fish Features

• It has a huge head, glassy fangs, and a body that can stretch to contain prey larger than the fish itself. 
• It lures other fish towards it with a “fishing rod” with a luminous lure on its nose.
• It has a gelatinous body, which helps it survive under extreme pressure.

Black Seadevil Fish FAQs

Q1. What does black seadevil eat?

Ans. The Black Seadevil Anglerfish is a carnivorous predator that primarily feeds on small fish and invertebrates in the deep ocean. 

Q2. Are Black Sea devils endangered?

Ans. As of now, the Black Seadevil Anglerfish (Melanocetus johnsonii) is not classified as endangered or facing any immediate conservation threat.

Q3. What is an anglerfish?

Ans. An anglerfish is a type of deep-sea fish known for its bioluminescent lure, which it uses to attract prey in the dark depths of the ocean. 

Source: ET