Anglers

Anglers, also known as frogfish, belong to the family Antennariidae. These unique fish are a fascinating addition to larger marine aquariums due to their distinctive appearance and intriguing hunting behavior. Anglers are masters of camouflage, often resembling sponges or algae-covered rocks. They possess a modified dorsal fin spine, the 'illicium', tipped with a lure-like appendage, the 'esca', which they wiggle to attract prey. Care for anglers involves providing ample hiding spots and live food, as they may not readily accept frozen or prepared diets. Tank mates should be chosen carefully, as anglers can consume fish nearly their own size. They require stable water conditions, with specific gravity between 1.020-1.025, temperatures of 22-28 degrees Celsius (72-82 degrees Fahrenheit), and pH levels of 8.1-8.4.

1. 
   Common name: Big angler

   Scientific name: Antennarius commerson
2. 
   Common name: Hispid frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius hispidus
3. 
   Common name: Clown Frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius maculatus
4. 
   Common name: flagpole frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius multiocellatus
5. Common name: Smallspot frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius pauciradiatus
6. 
   Common name: Painted frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius pictus
7. 
   Common name: Randall's frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius randalli
8. 
   Common name: striated frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennarius striatus
9. 
   Common name: Scarlet frogfish

   Scientific name: Antennatus coccineus
10. 
    Common name: Painted Frogfish

    Scientific name: Antennatus duescus
11. 
    Common name: Spotfin frogfish

    Scientific name: Antennatus nummifer
12. Common name: Spinytufted frogfish

    Scientific name: Antennatus rosaceus
13. 
    Common name: Tuberculated frogfish

    Scientific name: Antennatus tuberosus
14. 
    Common name: Comet

    Scientific name: Calloplesiops altivelis
15. 
    Common name: Australian pineapplefish

    Scientific name: Cleidopus gloriamaris
16. Common name: Cockscomb firefish

    Scientific name: Ebosia bleekeri
17. Common name: pancake batfish

    Scientific name: Halieutichthys aculeatus
18. 
    Common name: Sargassum fish

    Scientific name: Histrio histrio
19. Common name: Three-spot frogfish

    Scientific name: Lophiocharon trisignatus
20. 
    Common name: Galápagos batfish

    Scientific name: Ogcocephalus darwini
21. 
    Common name: longnose batfish

    Scientific name: Ogcocephalus nasutus
22. 
    Common name: Wispy waspfish

    Scientific name: Paracentropogon longispinis
23. 
    Common name: scorpionfish

    Scientific name: Taenianotus triacanthus
24. Common name: Oddscale cardinalfish

    Scientific name: Zapogon evermanni