Atlantic wolffish.

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With gaping jaws, an eellike tail and sharp, jutting teeth, the Atlantic wolffish looks more like a feral canine than a marine fish. These fish--also known as sea wolves--possess an imposing presence, measuring up to 40 pounds and six feet in length. But though their appearance is frightening, Atlantic wolffish are benthic dwellers, living in the deepest part of the ocean and rarely moving far from their homes. To survive, wolffish use a naturally developed antifreeze that flows in their Mood--necessary for living at depths of up to 400 feet below the ocean surface. Their stationary habits, however, have put them at risk. Their numbers have plummeted due to overfishing and habitat...