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🔬 Science
May 26, 2026 at 08:31 PM
Scientists Detect an Elusive Giant Squid and Many Other Surprising Marine Animals Near Western Australia Thanks to DNA in the Water
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
Scientists near Western Australia used environmental DNA from water samples to detect an elusive giant squid and other surprising marine animals in deep-sea canyons, showcasing an innovative method for discovery.
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