Below are five strange and interesting creatures found in the ocean. Get ready to fear the ocean and what is hidden in its depths, as only 5% has been explored.

1. Northern Stargazer. This 22 inch fish can be found in the Atlantic shores.

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2. Gulper Eel. The gulper eel will attempt to eat creatures too large for it, thus killing itself. It really knows how to bite more than it can chew.

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3. Black Dragonfish. This fish is classified as one of the most venomous creatures in the Mediterranean, with the venom coating the barbs and spines on its body.

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4. Fangtooth Fish. These fish are believed to have the largest teeth of any fish. While it may look terrifying, with its poor eyesight it is harmless to humans.

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5. Sea Lamprey. Much like leaches, they latch onto their host and then drain it dry. It usually will latch to a fish and won’t attack a human. Usually.

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