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New Marine Species Discovered Off Western Australia

11/26/2025

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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) researchers identified two new marine species off Western Australia.
The lanternshark measures about 16 inches and was found from museum specimens and a 2022 survey at depths of 2,000 feet.
The porcelain crab, just over half an inch long, lives symbiotically with sea pens.
Both species were confirmed by anatomical features and genetic analysis, underscoring deep-ocean biodiversity and conservation value.

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Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) researchers identified two new marine species off Western Australia.
The lanternshark measures about 16 inches and was found from museum specimens and a 2022 survey at depths of 2,000 feet.
The porcelain crab, just over half an inch long, lives symbiotically with sea pens.
Both species were confirmed by anatomical features and genetic analysis, underscoring deep-ocean biodiversity and conservation value.