Anglerfish mating habits

Anglerfish have a unique and fascinating mating process. Male anglerfish are much smaller and seek out females in the deep ocean. When he finds one, he attaches himself by biting into her body and fusing live tissue with hers. Over time, he becomes a permanent, parasitic appendage, sharing her blood supply. This allows the female to carry both eggs and reproductive partners efficiently in the dark depths, ensuring survival in a sparsely populated environment. This remarkable adaptation helps sustain the species in the challenging conditions of the deep sea.