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New Coral Gardens and Hydrothermal Vents Found in the Icy Depths of the Remote South Sandwich Islands 

An Ocean Census Flagship expedition and GoSouth team of scientists found suspected new species, discovered one of the island chain’s shallowest hydrothermal vents, and explored the deepest trench in the...

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First Confirmed Footage of a Colossal Squid—and it’s a Baby!

One hundred years after its discovery, the colossal squid has been filmed alive in its environment for the first time by a team on board Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor...

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Thriving Antarctic Ecosystems Found in Wake of Recently Detached Iceberg

Scientists explore a seafloor area newly exposed by iceberg A-84; discover vibrant communities of ancient sponges and corals. Video and photos available here. PUNTA ARENAS, Chile— An international team on...

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Schmidt Ocean Institute Completes First Expedition To Antarctica

R/V Falkor (too) successfully conducted a sea ice to seafloor transect in the Weddell Sea, livestreamed the polar seafloor worldwide. Video and photos available here. PUNTA ARENAS, Chile— After a...

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Scientists Document Rich Biodiversity Along Underexplored Chilean Coastline

An international team maps four unnamed underwater canyons, explores nearly 20 methane seep ecosystems thriving without sunlight, and uncovers a dazzling array of otherworldly creatures, including suspected new species. Video...

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