Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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As well as being close relatives of the anglerfish, frogfish hunt in a very similar way, using their amazing camouflage and their very own fishing rod!

We're joined by Museum scientist Hannah Teague to learn more about these walking fish and to take a look at some amazing specimens!

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00:00 Introduction
00:23 How do frogfish walk?
01:53 Why do frogfish walk?
02:30 Are frogfish well camouflaged?
04:24 Are frogfish rare?
05:15 How do frogfish hunt?