Australia’s deep ocean reveals two new species: A glow-in-the-dark shark and a tiny porcelain crab; discovered by CSIRO

Oct 29, 2025 - 15:00
Australia’s deep ocean reveals two new species: A glow-in-the-dark shark and a tiny porcelain crab; discovered by CSIRO

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Scientists have identified two new marine species off Western Australia: a small, glowing West Australian Lanternshark and a delicate porcelain crab living symbiotically with sea-pen corals. These discoveries, made during a 2022 research voyage, highlight the vast, unexplored biodiversity of Australia's deep-sea ecosystems and the remarkable adaptations of its inhabitants.

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