New seamount and species discovered in Nazca Ridge
A recent expedition by the Schmidt Ocean Institute discovered at least 20 new species and a new seamount in the Nazca Ridge, located off the coast of Chile. The newly found seamount, rising nearly two miles from the ocean floor, is home to thriving deep-sea ecosystems, including coral reefs and sponge gardens. Notably, researchers recorded the first-ever footage of a rare Promachoteuthis squid and spotted a Casper octopus for the first time in the Southern Pacific. These discoveries underscore the rich biodiversity of the region and highlight the importance of marine conservation efforts.
