13th April, 2024
TANISHA ROY
Luminous lure dangles to attract prey in the deep-sea darkness.
Special belly organ flashes to find mates and warn off predators.
Tiny marine plankton that lights up when disturbed, making waves sparkle.
Insect larvae create sticky, glowing threads to snare prey in caves.
Uses light organs to camouflage in the dim ocean depths.
Houses glowing bacteria in organs near its lower jaw – light as a lure?
Mushrooms and their threads sometimes emit a continuous, eerie glow.
Produce glowing chemicals for defense or to attract mates.
Tiny lights cover its body for communication and attracting prey.
Bioluminescence is a reminder of how incredible (and sometimes creepy!) adaptations can be!