Rare Albino Ratfish Captured

National Geographic is one of my favorite sources for unusual animal news and photos! Check out this unique Albino Ratfish that was caught this summer during a marine survey in Washington's Puget Sound. It is the first albino fish ever spotted by local scientists.

The ratfish gets its name from its long pointy tail and its rodentlike teeth that crush up clams and other prey lurking in the mud.

Normally a ratfish is brown with white spots which help act as camoflage (see photo below). It was amazing to find this Albino Ratfish alive as it's light color would have made it a beacon for all predators in the area. Unfortunately, the Albino Ratfish died shortly after capture.