Uncharismatic Fact of the Day
Lumpfish are indeed very beautiful, especially pretty under UV light, when they glow a brilliant green. Scientists believe individuals use their bright colors to identify and communicate with each other. Very powerful, though? Not so much. They aren't very stong swimmers-- they don't even have a swim bladder-- and they spend most of their time attached to rocks on the ocean floor.
(Image: A lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus) by Emil B)


















