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Goosefish (Lophiomus setigerus) also called angler, frogfish, and anko in Japan. They have a large grotesque head which constitutes the bulk of the fish. Themouth is remarkably wide and having powerful jaw muscles and strong canine teeth. Dermal flaps are scattered about over the head. The first dorsal spine ismodified to form a lurelike device which is used to attract smaller fish.