Mysterious sea creatures discovered in Antartica

February 26, 2008 | Topics: Latest News and Buzz, Zoology and Ecology

Scientists investigating the icy waters of Antarctica said on Feb 22 that they have discovered some mysterious creatures in the murky depths, including giant sea spiders and huge worms.

The scientists collected specimens from up to 6,500 feet (2,000 metres) beneath the surface of the Southern Ocean as part of an international project to take a census of Antarctic marine life. [Nationalgeographic]

Strange turnicates among weird sea creatures found in Antarctica
Tunicates which look like glass tubes (Image via Dailymail)

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