New Delhi, Dec. 10 -- Glowing sea animals use a chemical process called bioluminescence for crucial life functions, including communication, attracting prey, or defense. The ocean is home to a host of glowing creatures, from anglerfish to jellyfish.

This glow is possible due to luciferin, the key light-producing ingredient. Some animals produce their own luciferin, while others absorb the necessary substance from bacteria in their diet.

Here we take a detailed look at some animals that transform the deep-sea's total darkness into a dazzling light show.

A report published by A-Z Animals claimed that at a depth of up to 3,000 meters, the gulper eel has a bioluminescent organ and this animal might use the glow-in-the-dark organ for attrac...