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Rare Antarctic Squid Spotted Alive at 7,000 Feet

6/13/2025

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In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the Schmidt Ocean Institute have spotted the elusive Gonatus antarcticus squid alive in the Southern Ocean for the first time. Found at a staggering 7,000 feet in the Weddell Sea, this vibrant creature showcased its stunning colors and ejected green ink when approached, shedding light on the mysteries of Antarctica's deep-sea inhabitants.

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In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the Schmidt Ocean Institute have spotted the elusive Gonatus antarcticus squid alive in the Southern Ocean for the first time. Found at a staggering 7,000 feet in the Weddell Sea, this vibrant creature showcased its stunning colors and ejected green ink when approached, shedding light on the mysteries of Antarctica's deep-sea inhabitants.