Anglerfish use glowing lures to hunt in the deep sea

Deep-sea anglerfish, living in the ocean's darkest zones, possess a unique hunting tool: an elongated spine on their head with a glowing tip. This "fishing rod" holds bioluminescent bacteria that emit a soft light, mimicking small prey. This clever deception lures unsuspecting fish and crustaceans close enough for the anglerfish's massive, toothy mouth to snap them up.