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Giant clams grow huge without eating much protein
Giant clams grow huge by relying on algae for energy. Scientists found genes that help them live with algae and grow big.
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Ominous and Helmeted, New Species of Giant Crustacean Named After Darth Vader of the Deep Seas
Though recently gaining the limelight as a superior alternative to lobster tail, a species of giant isopod is making ...
Meet The Mysterious Deep-Sea Giant
The huge sea bug joins a group of mysterious deep-sea crustaceans that have remained largely unchanged for millions of years: ...
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Researchers Identified a New ‘Supergiant’ Crustacean With 14 Legs—and They Named It After Darth Vader
In recent years, the deep-sea giant isopod has also become a seafood delicacy in Vietnam, where it was discovered ...
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The Giant Phantom Jelly: The 33-Foot Deep-Sea Predator That Gives Birth Through Its Mouth!
The giant phantom jelly (Stygiomedusa gigantea) is one of the most enigmatic creatures of the deep sea, captivating ...