New Species of Sea Monster with 20 Arms is found in Frozen seas around Antartica
Scientists have discovered a new species of sea monster with 20 arms in the frozen seas around Antarctica. The creature, which has been named Promachocrinus fragarius, or the Antarctic strawberry feather star, is a type of crinoid, a group of marine animals that are related to starfish and sea urchins.
Promachocrinus fragarius is the first new species of crinoid to be discovered in Antarctica in over 100 years. It is also the largest crinoid ever found in the Southern Ocean, with some individuals reaching up to 12 inches in diameter.
The creature has a distinctive strawberry-shaped body with 20 long, slender arms. The arms are covered in tiny suction cups that the creature uses to catch food. Promachocrinus fragarius is also bioluminescent, meaning that it can produce its own light. This light is thought to be used to attract prey or to communicate with other creatures.
Promachocrinus fragarius was discovered during a research expedition to the Southern Ocean by scientists from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The scientists were trawling for fish when they came across the creature in waters about 6,500 feet deep.
The discovery of Promachocrinus fragarius is a reminder of the vast diversity of life that exists in the ocean. It is also a reminder that we still have much to learn about the world’s oceans.
The researchers are still learning about Promachocrinus fragarius, but they believe that it is a filter feeder. This means that it eats plankton and other small organisms by filtering them out of the water. The creature’s long arms and suction cups are well-suited for this type of feeding.
Promachocrinus fragarius is also thought to be a slow-moving creature. This is likely due to the cold water temperatures in which it lives. The creature’s bioluminescence may help it to attract prey or to communicate with other creatures in the dark ocean depths.
The discovery of Promachocrinus fragarius is a significant find. It is the first new species of crinoid to be discovered in Antarctica in over 100 years. It is also the largest crinoid ever found in the Southern Ocean. The creature’s unique appearance and feeding habits make it a fascinating addition to the world’s marine fauna.