Fisherman catches bizarre ‘alien-like’ sea creature, sparking online frenzy

A Russian fisherman sparked debate after filming a strange deep-sea creature that some call an "alien." Roman Fedortsov, known for sharing unusual marine life, captured footage of a smooth lumpsucker fish with a bulbous appearance. 

Fedortsov, who has gained a following of over 600,000 on Instagram, frequently shares images of odd deep-sea creatures accidentally caught in fishing nets. His latest catch—a gray, bloated lumpsucker—has drawn comparisons to fictional extraterrestrials from “Mars Attacks” and “Megamind.”

The video, filmed aboard Fedortsov’s fishing vessel, shows the fish resting on the railing, its gelatinous body and unusual features making it appear otherworldly. Social media users reacted strongly, with one commenting, “That is 100% an alien,” while another quipped, “Fished in Chernobyl?” Some even called for the fish to be destroyed, highlighting the unsettling impact of its appearance.

Despite the online speculation, marine biologists explain that the lumpsucker’s bloated look is likely due to rapid pressure changes as it was pulled from deep waters. Lumpsuckers are typically found at significant depths and use their specialized suction discs to cling to rocks in strong currents.

Fedortsov’s discoveries continue to captivate audiences, shedding light on the bizarre and mysterious creatures lurking in the ocean depths. His collection includes everything from toothy wolffish to eerie gelatinous species, fueling curiosity about the vast