Monk

The monk, also known as the anglerfish, lives in the northeast Atlantic and parts of the Mediterranean. It’s a master of disguise, blending into the ocean floor to ambush its prey. This fish is a key player in local fisheries, especially in areas like the Irish Sea.

• It lives in coastal and shelf waters of the northeast Atlantic.
• Its range extends from the Barents Sea to the Strait of Gibraltar.
• It supports important commercial fisheries in the Irish Sea.