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Giant Ostracod

Gigantocypris

Deep sea Giant Ostracod specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

200–1,000 m (650–3,300 ft)

Size

Up to 3 cm (1.2 in)

Habitat

Midwater

Diet

Small crustaceans and detritus

What they'd be sayin'

"I am a giant among ostracods, most of which are smaller than a grain of rice."

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Deep Sea Profile

Bizarre, bean-shaped crustaceans with massive parabolic-mirror eyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big are its eyes?

Its eyes are massive relative to its body, designed to focus extremely faint bioluminescent light.

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