Illuminating Biodiversity of the Ningaloo Canyons - Amazing New Discoveries - FK200308

An estimated 150-foot siphonophore-- seemingly the longest animal ever recorded was discovered during the #NingalooCanyons expedition exploring the submarine canyons near Ningaloo. Additionally, up to 30 new underwater species were made by researchers from the Western Australian Museum aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor. Each sample we take is done so with thoughtfulness, respect, and care. The technology - combining high-definition imagery, manipulator tools, and eDNA sensing - means