Jan 7, 2024, 10:08 PM IST

10 animals that glow in the dark

Kajari Goswami

Fireflies: These are tiny insects that transform warm summer nights and twinkle.

Jellyfish: These sea creatures emit light from special cells called photophores.

Fluorescent frogs: These are certain amphibians that emit a mesmerising glow.

Dragonflies: They use bioluminescence as a mode of communication.

Lanternshark: These are small sharks that illuminate in the darkness.

Glowworms: These are mostly found in caves and dense forests.

Dinoflagellates: They light up the ocean's surface with a phenomenon called bioluminescent algae blooms.

Anglerfish: It is a master of deception with its bioluminescent lure dangling from its head.

Tomopteris: These deep sea worms glow segments along their bodies and create mesmerising views.

Flashlight fish: These are mostly found in the tropical seas. They use the flash light to navigate.