Researchers have witnessed a rare sighting of the abyssal humpback anglerfish, scientifically known as Melanocetus johnsonii, off the coast of Tenerife. This remarkable event may mark the first time the black seadevil anglerfish has been seen in broad daylight. Typically residing at depths between 200 and 2,000 meters, the fish was unexpectedly spotted near the surface by underwater photographer David Jara Bogu, evoking excitement among marine biologists globally. Little is known about why this enigmatic fish surfaced; however, some scientists theorize that it could be linked to the El Niño weather phenomenon, which alters ocean temperature and conditions. Marine biologist Laia Valor expressed her astonishment upon encountering what appeared to be a dark shape in the water, which she initially thought was debris. After a brief observation, the fish succumbed, leading researchers to bring it to the Museum of Nature and Archaeology in Santa Cruz de Tenerife for further study. The black seadevil anglerfish, known for its grotesque appearance featuring a bioluminescent lure used to attract prey, remains an elusive subject of research, underscoring the mysteries of the deep sea.
