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Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus), at night Lembeh Strait
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Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus), at night Lembeh Strait
Whitemargin stargazer (Uranoscopus sulphureus), at night
Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
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Nightmare or Master of Disguise? Meet the Whitemargin Stargazer!". In this photo print, Linda Pitkin captures the mysterious beauty of the Whitemargin Stargazer lurking in the Lembeh Strait. With its eerie appearance and unique hunting technique, this ray-finned fish is a true enigma of the underwater world. Looking like something straight out of a horror movie, this creature's bulging eyes and gaping mouth give it an intimidating presence. But don't be fooled by its scary looks! The Whitemargin Stargazer possesses an incredible ability to blend into its surroundings, burying itself in sandy seabeds while waiting for unsuspecting prey to swim by. Known as one of nature's best camouflagers, this ugly yet fascinating fish has perfected the art of surprise attacks. Its upward-facing eyes allow it to scan for potential meals from beneath the sand, striking with lightning speed when an opportunity arises. Found in Southeast Asia's tropical waters, particularly Indonesia's North Sulawesi region, these bizarre creatures add to the rich biodiversity hotspot that is Wallacea. Despite their scare factor, they play a vital role in maintaining balance within marine ecosystems. So next time you're diving into Indonesian waters and come across a peculiar-looking creature buried in sand - fear not! It might just be our friend here: The Whitemargin Stargazer – nature’s very own master illusionist.
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