オオグソクムシ1千匹「カゴいっぱいで想定外」、深海に謎の大集落

An unexpected discovery was made in the deep sea off the coast of Japan, where approximately 1,000 giant isopods, known as "Oogusokumushi," were found clustered together. Researchers were surprised to find such a large congregation, describing the scene as "baskets full." This unprecedented gathering of the deep-sea crustaceans was located in the Toyama Bay, a region known for its unique marine life.

This discovery is significant as it offers a rare opportunity to study the behavior and ecology of these elusive deep-sea creatures in a concentrated population.