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Have you ever wondered what is considered the "World's Ugliest Animal"? Well, the blobfish has earned this title. What is a blob fish and why is it the "World's Ugliest Animal"? Watch this SciShow Kids video and complete the lesson to learn more about the blobfish.

Humans have only seen the blobfish above the ocean floor. Scientists believe the blobfish looks different in its deep, dark habitat. Describe what blobfish look like on the ocean floor. Then explain why blobfish look different above the water.

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