Red-Lipped Batfish

It’s clear to see where the Galapagos batfish gets its name from, and it’s all thanks to its large, red lips. The fish has a pair of waxy, almost fluorescent red lips that are affixed to its face in a permanent frown. It’s related to the Ogcocephalus porrects, the rosy-lipped batfish. The red-lipped batfish is endemic to the Galapagos Islands. 

Batfish, in general, aren’t the best swimmers. They instead use their adopted pelvic and pectoral fins to “walk.” When fully mature, their dorsal fins become a spine-like projection which they use to lure prey.