"Explorers Capture Images of 100+ Newly Discovered Deep Sea Species near Chile"

Scientists from the Schmidt Ocean Institute expedition have photographed over 100 never-before-seen deep-sea species, including a Chaunax fish and a whiplash squid, during an exploration of underwater mountain ranges off the coast of Chile. The discoveries also include deep-sea corals, glass sponges, sea urchins, amphipods, and squat lobsters, as well as the identification of four new seamounts. The findings highlight the effectiveness of marine parks in protecting delicate marine habitats, and the researchers will now begin studying and identifying the newfound species, a process that could take several years.