We're all familiar with many of the shallow-water-loving creatures that swim in the world's vast oceans, close to shore or near the surface of the water. But what about the many fascinating, other-worldly, and often alarmingly unique creatures that exists in the depths of the seas? We're taking some time in the next few blog posts to spotlight a few of our favorite wild, wonderful deep-sea creatures.
A strange shape in the oceans depths, the frilled shark cuts a menacing silhouette. Considered a "living fossil," the frilled shark shares many characteristics with creatures that roamed the seas in the time of the dinosaurs. (Image via npr.org.)
Next up is the Giant Spider Crab. Like something out of a horror movie (Arachnophobia, perhaps?), the giant spider crab can sometimes be found in aquariums, but is rarely spotted in the wild as it likes to crawl the depths instead of swim along the shores like other crabs. Considered the largest arthropods on earth, the giant spider crab, native to Japan, can measure up to twelve feet from claw to claw. (Images via Wikipedia.)
Stay tuned and check back on our blog next week for more fun deep-sea creature facts and discussion!