New Species Of Large Squid Discovered

An expedition in the Indian Ocean has resulted in the discovery of a new species of large squid!

The new species is about 30 inches long and belongs to the Chiroteuthid family, which is known for the underwater light shows that they put on to lure in prey.

This discovery was made during the Seamounts project, when a team of the world’s leading marine experts ventured out on a six-week research expedition above seamounts in the southern Indian Ocean. Seamounts are underwater mountains that do not reach the surface of the ocean.

These discoveries are said to help improve the conservation of marine resources and future management of deep-sea ecosystems around the world.

This is super cool!

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