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Two New Sea Spider Species Discovered in the Salish Sea

Researchers have identified two previously unknown sea spider species in the Salish Sea, including a hairy-legged, red-eyed creature that grooms itself with comb-like appendages and another that is frequently covered in tiny parasites. The findings suggest many more undiscovered sea spiders may remain hidden in the region.

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Two New Sea Spider Species Discovered in the Salish Sea
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Researchers have identified two previously unknown sea spider species in the Salish Sea, including a hairy-legged, red-eyed creature that grooms itself with comb-like appendages and another that is frequently covered in tiny parasites. The findings suggest many more undiscovered…