Albatross frogmouth

The Albatross frogmouth, <em>Chaunax albatrossae</em>, belongs to the family Chaunacidae — a group of deepwater anglerfish-like fishes commonly known as sea toads or coffinfish. This saltwater species inhabits the outer continental shelf and upper slope environments, recorded at depths between approximately 195 and 702 metres. Adults reach a maximum length of around 13.8 cm, making it a relatively small member of its family. Like other chaunacids, <em>Chaunax albatrossae</em> is a benthic ambush predator characterised by a globose, spongy body, cryptic colouration, and a small illicium (fishing lure) on the snout used to attract prey. The family Chaunacidae is distributed across all major oceans in tropical to temperate deepwater habitats. Details of habitat and range for this species remain limited in the ichthyological literature. Conservation status is not formally evaluated by major international bodies.