It's been a really rough week here.
The hubby's mom was in a car accident on Sunday night, and has been in the hospital ever since. Due to that, the blog has a taken a backseat. But, I'm free for today, and I want to start blogging again!
I often talk about animals on this blog, but they're usually animals who live on the land in some way. The deep sea offers it's own array of distinct and weird creatures...and I think it's time to meet some of my favorites.
The Dumbo Octopus
The Dumbo octopus, named for its pair of prominent fins, is much smaller than its elephant namesake—it's only about 8 inches (20 centimeters) long—and dwells near the ocean floor at depths of up to 1,310 feet (400 meters). Like other octopuses, it has eight arms, but they are webbed and serve as swimming aids, supplementing the flapping of the giant fins.
The Japanese Spider Crab
This is the largest known arthropod; fully grown it can reach a leg span of almost 4 m (13 ft), a body size of up to 37 cm (15 inches) and a weight of up to 20 kg (44 lb). The crab’s natural habitat is on the bottom of the Pacific Ocean (some 300 to 400 m deep) around Japan, where it feeds on dead animals and shellfish. It is believed to have a life expectancy of up to 100 years
The Tripod Fish
The tripod fish gets its name from the three extra-long fins extending from its body. It uses these like stilts to stand on the bottom, keeping its body just above the surface of seafloor. Then it sits and waits to ambush any passing prey. When the prey comes within range, the tripod fish pounces on it.
The Gulper Eel
The gulper eel has huge, pouch-like jaws. These can open wide enough, and its stomach stretch far enough, for it to swallow fish much bigger than itself. The gulper eel can unhinge its jaws, opening its cavernous mouth even wider. This fish grows to a length of 2 ft (60 cm). It is found at depths below 6,500 ft (1,998 m).
Want to see more? Let me know in the comments!
Love and Lightning Bugs,
The hubby's mom was in a car accident on Sunday night, and has been in the hospital ever since. Due to that, the blog has a taken a backseat. But, I'm free for today, and I want to start blogging again!
I often talk about animals on this blog, but they're usually animals who live on the land in some way. The deep sea offers it's own array of distinct and weird creatures...and I think it's time to meet some of my favorites.
The Dumbo Octopus
The Dumbo octopus, named for its pair of prominent fins, is much smaller than its elephant namesake—it's only about 8 inches (20 centimeters) long—and dwells near the ocean floor at depths of up to 1,310 feet (400 meters). Like other octopuses, it has eight arms, but they are webbed and serve as swimming aids, supplementing the flapping of the giant fins.
The Japanese Spider Crab
The Tripod Fish
The tripod fish gets its name from the three extra-long fins extending from its body. It uses these like stilts to stand on the bottom, keeping its body just above the surface of seafloor. Then it sits and waits to ambush any passing prey. When the prey comes within range, the tripod fish pounces on it.
The Gulper Eel
Want to see more? Let me know in the comments!
Love and Lightning Bugs,
12 comments:
I always loved seeing pictures of deep-sea creatures that glow or pulse with lights. There's really a whole 'nother world down there. :)
Very interesting...new creatures to me. I have never seen pis of these before. Can you imagine running into a The Japanese Spider Crab! Oh my gosh! Thanks for sharing!
Aw, hope the MIL is doing okay! So sorry to hear about that! *hugs*
Those sea creatures are quite interesting! I think I'd shit myself if I came across that crab! LOL! It's definitely interesting to learn about new and "undiscovered" sea creatures, especially those that live in the deep fathoms below! ;) Thanks and keep up the great work!
Love the deep sea creatures! That Japanese Crab is just scary but I love the dumbo octopus with elephant ears! Can't wait to see what else you find!
It is great to read about animals we hadn't heard about before. Mother Nature is amazing. I love the new facts.
Hope that your mother in law is doing alright
Wow, I love the discovery channel and you have great info too :)
My favorite is that octopus with huge ears!
WOW! I didn't know these creatures existed. That Japanese Spider Crab freaked me out! LOL
Those are some strange fish. Love reading about them and seeing the pictures.
I have never seen a crab that big in my entire life. Don't get me wrong I love seafood, but I'd be to scared to eat or cook that. lol
These are for sure amazing! Thank you for sharing!
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