From giant squid to enormous isopods, the ocean’s depths are filled with creatures that seem straight out of science fiction. This phenomenon, known as “deep-sea gigantism,” has puzzled ...

Giant isopods are an example of deep-sea gigantism, which is an evolutionary pattern in which deep-dwelling creatures grow much larger than their relatives in other habitats.

When we think of the ocean, what often comes to mind are familiar sights– coral reefs, fishing boats, and waves breaking ...

In the deepest depths of Earth’s ocean, mysterious creatures lurk that could come straight out of a sci-fi movie! Watch this ...

The giant isopod (Bathynomus) is a deep-sea crustacean that can measure between 3 and 20 inches (8 to 51 centimetres) long. It is an example of deep-sea gigantism and lives at depths ranging from ...

From giant tubeworms to fangtoothed fish, there are tons of terrifying creatures lurking in the deep sea. There’s the giant isopod (Bathynomus giganteus), which can grow over a foot long and is ...

As the scientists watched the playback from the deep-sea camera, they spotted the giant squid swimming into view at 2,490 feet below the surface. The squid appeared to be about 10 to 12 feet long.

A juvenile colossal squid has been caught on video for the first time in its natural deep-sea habitat. The footage was recorded last month near the South Sandwich Islands in the South Atlantic ...

A father from the dark side has lent his title to a giant creature from the deep sea, with scientists having named a "sea bug" Bathynomus vaderi. The bug—which belongs to a group that can reach ...

Giant isopods are an example of deep-sea gigantism, which is an evolutionary pattern in which deep-dwelling creatures grow much larger than their relatives in other habitats.