The Most Terrifying Photos From the Dark Depths of the Ocean

Pacific Dragonfish

While during the day it stays in deep water, at night it has been known to venture into more shallow territory, and thus, into the nets of deep sea fishermen. They don’t survive very well in captivity, however, so not much is known about them, although their appearance certainly earns them a spot on this list.

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