Creatures that exist in the deepest parts of the ocean are some of the most mysterious on the planet. They must survive under the harsh conditions of the deep sea, so they typically have quite unusual characteristics. Sea creatures of the very deep Pacific are rarely observed considering how difficult it is to reach them at the lowest depths, but it is widely known that the unique and challenging environment of this part of the ocean leads to extreme adaptation in most species. Let’s take a look at just five species from this inky region of the sea.
Basket Star
These creatures live near the Pacific coast of North America, but they can be found all the way to the Bering Sea. They can live at depths of over 6,000 feet, and they may live up to 35 years. Basket stars lack blood, and they feed using their webs of branching arms to capture drifting plankton.
Giant Tube Worm
Giant tube worms live on the floor of the Pacific Ocean miles below the surface where they survive under high pressure and frigid temperatures. They live near hydrothermal vents that release extremely hot water containing toxic substances. Giant tube worms can grow to be over 7 feet long, and much of this growth occurs in less than two years.
Fangtooth
The fish is named for the long fang-like teeth that dominate its appearance. These teeth are so long that the fish is unable to close its mouth. It can be found at over 16,000 feet below the surface of the ocean, and it lives as one of the deepest fish in the world.
Anglerfish
The anglerfish is one of the most well-known deep sea creatures, and it usually lives miles below the ocean’s surface. Its most recognizable feature is found on the females as a spine that resembles a fishing pole coming from its head. Females use this feature to lure pray and attract mates.
Box Jellyfish
This animal is one of the deadliest sea creatures of the very deep Pacific. It is so lethal it can kill up to 50 humans with the venom of just one tentacle, and the average has nearly 60 tentacles. They can be found from Australia to Hawaii.
