MBARI scientists filmed a rare barreleye fish off Monterey Canyon in 4K, only the 11th time the transparent-headed species has ever been observed. How the barreleye uses its eyes Barreleyes are small fish of the deep ocean: they usually grow to about…
Published Oct 29, 2026 2:01 PM EDT “Seeing a barreleye fish is a rare treat,” Steven Haddock, a MBARI senior scientist, said in the institute’s announcement. “Crew from across the ship joined the science team in the control room, mesmerized by this remarkable…
a real-life and rarely seen barreleye fish next to a rendering of an alien MBARI researchers have only ever encountered the barreleye fish 10 times in history counting this one. It’s as rare as it gets. Its peculiar eyes “rotate like…
It inspired 20,000 screams under the sea. Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water: Scientists have captured the “horrifying and beautiful” barreleye fish in 4K footage for the first time ever. Known for its translucent, submersible-like…
A rarely seen barreleye fish has been filmed in 4K for the first time – with viewers calling the unusual creature 'beautiful and horrifying'. During a recent expedition off the coast of Central California, scientists from Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute encountered…
Mamdani toured the coastal facility alongside City Council Member Kayla Santosuosso to review planned facility improvements The visit drew widespread attention online after video captured a resident seal named Pickles giving the mayor a kiss on the cheek during the…
Dr. Andrei Mihai is a geophysicist and founder of ZME Science. He has a Ph.D. in geophysics and archaeology and has completed courses from prestigious universities (with programs ranging from climate and astronomy to chemistry and geology). He is passionate…
Fishing cats stand out as truly unique wild felines, weaving water mastery into their hunting story. A digital portal in Birmingham is helping residents chat face-to-face with people in Frankfurt. Organisers promise an "immersive" experience as they prepare for the…
The Arctic and Antarctic may look like the last places on Earth where human activity could seriously disrupt shark and ray habitats but a new assessment shows otherwise. Polar Sharks And Rays Are Losing Their Safe Haven As Sea Ice…
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