The size of anglerfish varies greatly depending on the species. Most species are relatively small, typically ranging from 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 inches) in length. However, some deep-sea species, such as Cryptopsaras couesii, can grow up to 1.2 meters (4 feet) long. Interestingly, female anglerfish are usually much larger than males, which are often only a few centimeters long and attach themselves parasitically to the females. | thescaryfact