Venomous Awa Awa Fish: Marine Predators With Camouflage
The awa awa fish (Brunnichthys spp.) is a venomous, eel-like fish from the family Bembridae. Its distinctive physical features include an elongated body, venomous dorsal fin spines, large eyes, and camouflage abilities. As nocturnal predators, they inhabit coral reefs, rocky outcrops, and seagrass beds in temperate and tropical oceans worldwide. Their solitary or small group behavior, venomous bite, and predatory nature make them fascinating creatures in marine ecosystems.