Trumpetfish shadow other species to sneak up on their prey

Scientists claim it is first non-human example of a predator using another animal to hide itself when hunting

They do not use a false beard, dark glasses or hide behind newspapers, but when it comes to shadowing others, trumpetfish could give private detectives a run for their money.

Researchers say that when hunting, trumpetfish conceal themselves behind other species of fish to approach their quarry incognito.