Tiny Fish That Glow in the dark Have you heard about tiny fish that glow in the dark? They are these creatures that live deep in the breath of the ocean, where there is no light. They will shine there. They possess special capabilities to glow in the dark, called bioluminescence. This means their bodies are capable of making their own light! To use bioluminescence means that the process of natural light manufacture by living things is termed bioluminescence. It has to do with several chemicals reacting inside the fishes’ little bodies, making them glow. Some fishes should glow in several colors: blue, green, or even red. The light helps the fishes in many different ways. What Are They for? Tiny fishes glow for a variety of reasons: To Attract Prey: Some fish that glow use their lights to attract small creatures. These small creatures come close to their glow, and then the fish can catch it for dinner. To Defend: Glowing can help fishes hide from their predators. Some fishes light up in a way that makes them look like a star or another light in the ocean, confusing larger predators. To Communicate: Some fishes use their light to communicate to others of their kind. Sort of like a message in the dark! Abnormally Radiant Groups of Fish There are several luminescent fishes in the waters of the ocean. Some examples are: Anglerfish: This fish has a long glowing "fishing pole" that protrudes from its head. Throughout a slow motion, it lures smaller fishes into an unsuspecting position where they can be easily caught. Lanternfish: These tiny fishes of the deep sea can be found all over the world. Tiny lights all of their bodies help them not just see, but in turn hide from danger. Firefly Squid: This famous glowing squid comes from Japan, where they even have a festival to celebrate its glow. They flash their lights during their mating season to attract a mate. Conclusion That will serve as a fine ending to what, in my opinion, are appropriately called amazing glowing fishes. The very lights with which they shine help them accomplish a great deal in terms of identifying sources of food for survival or hiding themselves from their predators. Even as they exist in the deep-dark side of the ocean, these fishes shine brightly and open our eyes to many wonders of the underwater world!