365Telugu.com online news,June 9, 2025:In the mysterious depths of Earth’s oceans and freshwater habitats, nature has created some of its most elusive and visually stunning creatures — transparent fishes. These nearly invisible species continue to fascinate marine biologists and nature lovers alike, offering a glimpse into evolutionary brilliance and survival tactics.
1. Glass Catfish (Kryptopterus vitreolus)
- Habitat: Freshwater rivers in Thailand.
- Features: Nearly completely transparent body with visible bones and organs.
- Fun Fact: Often kept in aquariums, their clarity helps them blend into the water currents.
2. Glass Squid (Cranchiidae family)
- Habitat: Deep oceans around the world.
- Features: A gelatinous, see-through body; eyes and digestive organs are visible.
- Fun Fact: Some species glow using bioluminescence.
3. Barreleye Fish (Macropinna microstoma)
- Habitat: Deep-sea Pacific Ocean.
- Features: Has a transparent head showing its rotating eyes inside!
- Fun Fact: The green lenses help it filter out sunlight and detect prey in the dark.
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4. Icefish (Channichthyidae family)
- Habitat: Antarctic waters.
- Features: Blood is transparent due to lack of hemoglobin.
- Fun Fact: Survives in cold thanks to antifreeze proteins in its blood.
5. Juvenile Surgeonfish (Acanthuridae family)
- Habitat: Coral reefs in the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
- Features: Young ones are transparent, becoming more colorful as they age.
- Fun Fact: Their see-through form helps them avoid predators during early life.
6. Transparent Goby (Acentrogobius spp.)
- Habitat: Shallow marine environments and estuaries.
- Features: Tiny, translucent body ideal for hiding on sandy bottoms.
- Fun Fact: Adults are often less transparent but remain small and stealthy.