Strange sea pigs, sea spiders and a spawning 'butterfly' discovered on Antarctic ocean floor
undefined 16, 2025
Scientists aboard the RSV Nuyina have discovered bizarre deep-sea creatures near Antarctica’s Denman Glacier, including pink “sea pigs,” giant sea spiders, and sea butterflies. Some may be unknown to science. The team is studying how warming waters affect the glacier while collecting marine life using a special tank to keep them alive. A sea butterfly even laid eggs onboard, offering rare insight into its development. The mission is part of broader climate research in East Antarctica.
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