Corkwood Coaster Set - Vintage Frogfish Horizontal

Exclusive Undersea Naturalist Design

Frogfish of different species and several color variations of the same species decorate these coasters.  G. H. Ford created these detailed frogfish Illustrations for Andrew Garrett's authorative work, Fische der Südsee.  The publication was Issued in 9 parts from 1873-1910 in the scientific report series Journal des Museum Godeffroy.

Frogfish are masters of disguise in the marine world, blending seamlessly into their surroundings with remarkable camouflage. These quirky fish belong to the family Antennariidae in the order Lophiiformes, a group known for its anglerfish relatives. With over 50 species, frogfish are found in tropical and subtropical waters worldwide, from coral reefs to seagrass beds. Their bodies are short, stocky, and covered in skin flaps, spines, or warts that mimic the textures of rocks, sponges, or algae. This camouflage not only hides them from predators but also helps them ambush prey. Frogfish are lie-and-wait predators, using a modified dorsal fin spine tipped with a fleshy lure, called an esca, to attract unsuspecting prey within striking range. With their enormous mouths and lightning-fast reflexes, they can engulf prey in as little as 6 milliseconds.

Frogfish are not strong swimmers, relying instead on their pectoral and pelvic fins to "walk" across the seafloor. This unique locomotion, combined with their ability to expand their bodies like balloons, makes them fascinating to watch. Their diets consist mainly of fish, crustaceans, and even other frogfish, and their highly specialized hunting strategy allows them to consume prey up to twice their own size.

Stylish, colorful and protection for you furniture – this vintage frogfish coaster set makes it happen. With each order you get 4x coasters that come in 1x size, are made with a high-gloss top and feature a cork back to prevent sliding.

.: High-gloss MDF top
.: Cork back to prevent sliding
.: 0.16" (0.4cm) thick
.: 4-piece set
.: One size: 3.75" × 3.75" (9.5cm x 9.5cm)

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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC

Care instructions: Gently wipe the dirt or dust off with a clean, dry microfiber cloth