This is why I love Japan: Even to this day, while shopping for seafood you are still able to buy Jenny Hanivers. A Jenny Haniver is a creature created by fisherman that, frankly, looks like an alien.
Jenny Hanivers are actually a form of marine taxidermy where the bodies of skulls and rays are dried in this macabre and scary way. In most other parts of the world, these brilliant creations can only be seen online.
While we're on the subject of freaky fish, I had to include a few lines about this other fish market alien. It is claimed to be a species never seen before but I am not so sure if this could just be a fish monger's idea of PR. See video here.
Fish Market Aliens
Jenny Hanivers Still Delight and Shock Fish Fans
Trend Themes
1. Marine Taxidermy - The trend of marine taxidermy presents opportunities for innovative and unique display and decor products.
2. Macabre Creations - The trend of macabre creations in the fish market industry opens up possibilities for niche and unconventional consumer products.
3. Unidentified Fish Species - The trend of discovering unidentified fish species offers opportunities for scientific research and exploration.
Industry Implications
1. Seafood Retail - The seafood retail industry can capitalize on the trend of showcasing and selling marine taxidermy products for customers looking for unique and eccentric decor items.
2. Art and Design - The art and design industry can explore the trend of macabre creations in the fish market to develop avant-garde artworks and installations.
3. Marine Biology and Research - The marine biology and research industry can leverage the trend of discovering unidentified fish species to expand knowledge and understanding of aquatic ecosystems.