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Deep Pelagic Zone: Giant siphonophore

Deep Pelagic Zone: Giant siphonophore
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Description: Recently discovered members of the deep pelagic community. They were photographed by remote-controlled submersible vehicles.
A Giant siphonophore, a colonial cnidarian that can reach 40 meters (130 feet) in length. It emits a bluish bioluminescent glow and snags prey with stinging tentacles.

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