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Neon Green Ctenophore Shimmers in ROV Lights

The ctenophore's comb-like rows of cilia propel it through the water--and make it shimmer in the lights of ROV Hercules. This iridescent comb jelly was spotted at 1931m while exploring Naifeh seamount in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.

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