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The Fantastical Beasts of the Deep Gulf of Mexico

I recently returned from nearly two weeks at sea with a motley and intrepid crew exploring the Gulf of Mexico almost a mile and half…

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The Fish That Walks on Stilts

Dr. M August 26, 2010 adaptation benthic boundary layer Coral currents fins hermaphrodite pectoral pelvic tripod fish

One of the denizens of the deep is the 30cm long tripod fish, Bathypterois grallator. This unusual fish is typically found anywhere between 1-5km deep…

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The Fantastical Beasts of the Deep Gulf of Mexico

The Fish That Walks on Stilts