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The most exotic animals in Antarctica
Oceanography

The most exotic animals in Antarctica

Marine biology researcher Huw Griffiths at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) has released a list of the 5 most exotic Antarctic animals. They have unique ways of living…

December 17, 2018
Spider breaths with air bubbles
Oceanography

Spider breaths with air bubbles

The water spider Argyroneta aquatica (pictured) is able to use air bubbles to breathe underwater and has been discovered by biologists of Humboldt University (Germany).

December 17, 2018
Sea spider sucks live prey
Oceanography

Sea spider sucks live prey

Strange creatures like spiders live on the ocean floor and use taps to suck fluid from prey that are confusing to scientists. These sea spiders, some blind, are challeng…

December 17, 2018