Scientists discover 3 new weird sea creatures in a dark part of the Pacific Ocean

A scanner of an Atacama snail, recently discovered in the trench of Atacama.

(University of Newcastle)

Three species of apparently bizarre deep-sea creatures have been sighted in one of the deepest parts of the Pacific Ocean, the Atacama Pit, located 7 miles below the surface of the ocean. off Peru and Chile.

A group of 40 scientists from 17 different countries teamed up to research the frozen and black area, using cameras and other equipment.

With these tools, they were able to find three interesting creatures, which they believe are snails, about 5 miles deep. For now, the fish are simply called pink, blue and purple Atacama snails.

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"These fish are part of the family of liparids and do not conform to the preconceived stereotypical image of what a deep-sea fish should look like," wrote Newcastle University, which joined the expedition on Monday. "Instead of giant teeth and a threatening frame, the fish that roam the deepest parts of the ocean are small, translucent, unscaled, and very likely to live where few other organisms can. make.

The researchers were able to capture images of their new finds and even capture one by luring them into a trap.

Dr. Thomas Linley, who works at Newcastle University, said it was clear that snails were among the largest predators in the depths of the ocean. They use speed to their advantage.

"There is something about snail fish (fish of the family Liparidae) that allows them to adapt to life in depth.Beyond the reach of other fish, they are free of competitors and predators ".

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But the fish could not survive at warmer temperatures.

"Their gelatinous structure allows them to live to extreme pressures and the hardest structures of their body are the bones of their inner ear, which gives them a balance and teeth. Without the extreme pressure and cold to support their bodies, they are extremely fragile and melt quickly when they are brought to the surface, "added Linely.

Scientists hope to continue to study newly discovered creatures and plan to present their findings, including video footage and photos, at the 2018 Challenger Conference at Newcastle University this week.