The tripod fish is a deep-sea creature that stands on the ocean floor using three long fins, including two pelvic fins beneath its body and its tail fin. It stands about 30-40 cm (12-16 inches) tall in this position.
This allows it to remain still in strong currents and conserve energy while waiting for food. Its pectoral fins, located on the sides of its body, act like arms to catch small prey that drifts by.
三脚架鱼是一种深海生物,使用三个长鳍站立在海底,包括身体下方的两个骨盆鳍和尾鳍。在这个位置,它高约30-40厘米 (12-16英寸)。
这使它能够保持在强流中,并在等待食物时节省能量。它的胸鳍位于身体的两侧,就像手臂一样捕捉飘过的小猎物。