Scientific name : Antennarius pictus
Family : Antennariidae (frogfishes, 32 species)
Size : Up to 30 cm
Distribution : Indo-Pacific
Biology : The painted frogfish is a predator that lies in wait and is very discreet thanks to its thick sponge-like camouflage. It attracts its prey using a lure called illicium, which it waves above its head. With a quick and precise movement, it sucks its prey into its large mouth and can swallow fairly large prey.
IUCN status : Least concern