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Giant Isopod

Giant isopod

Deep sea Giant Isopod specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

170–2,140 m (560–7,020 ft)

Size

Up to 50 cm (20 in)

Habitat

Seafloor

Diet

Scavenged fish and whale falls

What they'd be sayin'

"I am an oversized cousin of the common garden pillbug (roly-poly)."

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Deep Sea Profile

A massive deep-sea relative of the common roly-poly that scavenges whale falls on the seafloor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can they go without food?

Yes, they can survive years between meals by slowing their metabolism.

What is this creature famous for?

Giant sea cockroach

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