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The Bathysaurus Ferox has razor sharp fangs on its jaws and tongue.
Creatures of the Deep: Bathysaurus Ferox
This creature was found 6,900 feet deep in the ocean. It’s a deep-sea lizard fish, also known as Bathysaurus Ferox. It is the world’s deepest living super predator. Anything it meets, it eats. Including individuals of its own kind. This frightening creature has both male and female reproductive organs. Razor-sharp fangs can be found on this fish’s jaws and even its tongue. A clear warning to stay away.
