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Frogfish in Ambon - Maluku Indonesia
One fish we have in abundance when divers come to Ambon to enjoy the macro diving here at Maluku indonesia is the Frogfish. There are so many specimens on the sites, sometimes over ten individuals on a single dive. We love froggies, so we wanted to show you some photos of the different species we see.
From the fish family Antennariidae. Frogfish are a type of anglerfish that have a fleshy growth on the top of their heads that acts as a lure. By dangling this lure in front of their mouth, small fish become dinner when they get too close investigating the movement of the lure. Like a frog, frogfish tend to stay motionless waiting for prey, many can change colour to blend in with their surroundings. They range in size from 2.5 – 40 cm (1-16”) and come in many beautiful colours.
There are many frog fish experts out there, and thousands of critter lovers. Many have visited Maluku Indonesia for the easy macro diving experience and the sheer quantity of specimens to be seen here. It takes years of diving experience for the guides to know what to look for, what habitat the different species like to make their home and Maluku Indonesia has been diving in the Bay in Ambon since 2005, so the team has vast experience in the region.
One fish we have in abundance when divers come to Ambon to enjoy the macro diving here at Maluku indonesia is the Frogfish. There are so many specimens on the sites, sometimes over ten individuals on a single dive. We love froggies, so we wanted to show you some photos of the different species we see.
From the fish family Antennariidae. Frogfish are a type of anglerfish that have a fleshy growth on the top of their heads that acts as a lure. By dangling this lure in front of their mouth, small fish become dinner when they get too close investigating the movement of the lure. Like a frog, frogfish tend to stay motionless waiting for prey, many can change colour to blend in with their surroundings. They range in size from 2.5 – 40 cm (1-16”) and come in many beautiful colours.
There are many frog fish experts out there, and thousands of critter lovers. Many have visited Maluku Indonesia for the easy macro diving experience and the sheer quantity of specimens to be seen here. It takes years of diving experience for the guides to know what to look for, what habitat the different species like to make their home and Maluku Indonesia has been diving in the Bay in Ambon since 2005, so the team has vast experience in the region.
