First-Ever Deep-Sea Angler Fish Spotted On Coast
A deep-sea angler fish, known as the Pacific football fish, was recently discovered washed up on a beach just south of Cannon Beach, Oregon. This event marks a significant find, as noted by the Seaside Aquarium: “This is the first one reported on the Oregon Coast to our knowledge.” The Pacific football fish lives in deep, dark ocean waters, usually between 2,000 and 3,300 feet deep, where no light reaches. Finding one on the beach is extraordinary, with only 31 … Read more