Giant Isopods [Bathynataliidae]

Description

Bathynataliidae, known as giant isopods, are a family of deep-sea isopods. They are renowned for their large size, with some species reaching up to 76 cm in length. These isopods are scavengers, feeding on dead whales, fish, and squid. They possess a strong exoskeleton and can withstand the high pressures of the deep ocean.

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