- This extremely ugly fish is in danger.
- The population of Atlantic wolffish has dwindled dramatically, and it’s going to be hard to recover.
- Despite their unattractive visage, wolffish are remarkable creatures and have an important role in their ecosystem.
- They’re particularly threatened by bottom-trawling vessels that unintentionally scoop them up as bycatch and destroy their habitats.
The Atlantic wolffish (pictured above) is not an attractive beast.
Its appearance is characterized by its large, fang-like teeth (where it earns its name), which are used to crush prey like crabs, lobsters and sea urchins. Its throat is also peppered with more serrated teeth.
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Source : BusinessInsider.Com