In the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean, lives this unusual looking fish that never sees the light of day.  Scientists tell us that they have mutated into this unique creature of the deep ocean.  Sunlight cannot penetrate to the depths where they live, and they create their own glowing light to attract their prey.  The Gulper Eel has evolved it's unique  adaptation to assure it can feed itself in the depths of the ocean.   This lifelike replica Glows in the Dark...just like the real thing.    Recommended ages 5 to Adult    7.5" from front chin to tail  (approximate)    Museum Quality Model; Amazing Detail    While this glowing eel measures over 7.5 inches in length; It has been shaped as though it is swimming and the tail folds back against it's body. It ships and rests as approximately 6 inches. All "glow-in-the-dark" products contain phosphors and have to be "charged" in order to attain a good glow.  A phosphor is a substance that radiates visible light after being energized.  You hold the item up to a light, and then take it to a dark place.  In the dark most items will glow for at least 10 minutes.  Usually it is a soft green light, and it is not very bright.  You need to be in nearly complete darkness to notice it.  The brighter the light and the longer the exposure, the better and longer the item will glow.