Raggy scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa), demonstrating the cryptic coloration by which it blends into its surroundings of soft corals and sponges. A

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Raggy scorpionfish (Scorpaenopsis venosa), demonstrating the cryptic coloration by which it blends into its surroundings of soft corals and sponges. Anilao, Manila, Philippines

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Photo credit: © Mark Spencer/AUSCAPE / Alamy / Afripics
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