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Detailed explanation-1: -Kitefin sharks (Dalatias licha ) have been known about since the 18th century, but it was only in January 2020 that scientists saw them glowing in the dark for the first time.

Detailed explanation-2: -So why are they doing it? Well the most famous bioluminescent fish is the deep sea Anglerfish, which has a special ‘lure’ which glows to entice smaller fish. The smaller fishes think the glowing light is a tasty treat and swim towards it before becoming dinner themselves!

Detailed explanation-3: -The variegated snailfish is full of naturally occurring antifreeze proteins at previously unseen levels that help it survive in subzero waters, according to new research. The snailfish, known as Liparis gibbus, is also distinctive thanks to biofluorescence, which makes it glow in green and red.

Detailed explanation-4: -A recent study shows that genetically modified zebrafish, known as GloFish, have been found and are breeding in creeks in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest.