Giant "Sailor's Eyeball" Blob: Earth's Largest Single-Celled Organism
The sailor's eyeball alga, Valonia ventricosa, is one of the largest single-celled organisms on Earth. These curious blobs, found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world's oceans, are unicellular but can contain the nuclei of many cells. If popped, they can grow into new organisms from just one cell nucleus. Their unique structure and shimmering coloration make them stand out, resembling a Tesla plasma ball. So, let's appreciate these fascinating creatures and avoid popping them.