| Hawaiian Freckled Frogfish | |
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| Scientific Classification | |
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Order | Lophiiformes |
| Family | Antennariidae |
| Genus | Antennarius |
| Species | A. drombus |
| Conservation Status | |
 Not Evaluated | |
This species of bizarre fish is epidemic to the reefs of Hawaii.
Appearance[]
The Hawaiian Freckled Frogfish is plump, and its fins have many closely-spaced brown spots. It can grow up to nearly 5 inches in length.
Behavior[]
It is cryptic and rarely encountered, as it hides in dark crevices and flees when approached.
Bibliography[]
- Beletsky, Les. Hawaii. Interlink Books, 2006.
- Stender, Keoki. “Antennarius Drombus.” MarinelifePhotography.com, 26 Dec. 2013, https://www.marinelifephotography.com/fishes/frogfishes/antennarius-drombus.htm.