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Lithodid Crab
No full textFeeding on bait on the seabed.1000 – 1500 mm maximum dimension. Seen attracted to tuna
bait. It is either of the genus Lithodes or Neolithodes
(although sadly the distinguishing feature is on the
abdomen which is not visible). Two likely candidates are
known from this region – Neolithodes asperrimus or Lithodes ferox. Unless the video distorts the secondary spines (which should cover N.asperrimus), it is most likely to be a Lithodes ferox with a malformed or regenerating rostrum
Sponge Asbestopluma bihamatifera
No full textAttached to seafloor. Probably feeding.Another carnivorous sponge from cold water
Sponge Asbestopluma bihamatifera
No full textAttached to seafloor. Probably feeding.Another carnivorous sponge from cold water
Octopus
No full textOn the seafloor, sheltering by a rock.Two tentacle rows makes this either Benthoctopus or Bathypolypus. More likely Benthoctopus
Sea spider Nymphon sp.
No full textWalking on seabed with juveniles on dorsal surface.This photo shows juveniles on dorsal surface
Hermit crab
No full textfeedingHermit crab searching for food in disturbed sediment. P. prideaux has a symbiotic relationship with the anemone Adamsia carciniopados, which it carries on its shell. The anemone offers protection while gaining food from the crab’s feeding. The anemone's tentacles can be seen in this video underneath the crab's shell.
At Lancaster P. prideaux were found at a density of 0.11 individuals meter square