What fish eats lantern fish?

Many fish species prey on lanternfish, making them a crucial part of the ocean's food web. Here are some examples:

Larger fish:

* Tuna: All tuna species, including albacore, yellowfin, and skipjack, are known to feed on lanternfish.

* Swordfish: These large, predatory fish also consume lanternfish.

* Marlin: Like swordfish, marlin are major predators of lanternfish.

* Salmon: Some salmon species, like sockeye salmon, include lanternfish in their diet.

* Cod: Various cod species, including Atlantic cod and Pacific cod, can feed on lanternfish.

* Haddock: A close relative of cod, haddock also consume lanternfish.

* Mackerel: Many mackerel species, such as Atlantic mackerel and Spanish mackerel, prey on lanternfish.

* Shark: Some shark species, including blue sharks and mako sharks, eat lanternfish.

Other marine creatures:

* Whales: Whales like sperm whales and baleen whales (including humpback whales and blue whales) filter feed and consume large quantities of lanternfish.

* Seabirds: Seabirds like albatrosses and petrels often dive to capture lanternfish.

* Squid: Giant squid and other squid species prey on lanternfish.

This list isn't exhaustive, as many other fish and marine animals may eat lanternfish depending on their location and the availability of other prey.