Over the last few weeks I have been following the progress of a brooding Tasseled Anglerfish (Rhycherus filamentosus) with a clutch of eggs. During this time I became concerned that they did not look healthy and now I am pretty sure none will be viable.

During my dives however I was fortunate to find another brooding parent and these eggs looked great with large healthy yolks.

This image show the progress of the new clutch and the embryonic anglerfish with clearly defined eyes, body and fins. About a week to go I’d say!

Photo: Robert Rath, ‘Day 653, Babies, Babies, Babies’, 1/50s f/11 ISO320 100mm