Red vermillion crab (Paralomis verrilli) dangling off a yellow sponge, amidst a white sponge, white coral, shrimp, brittle stars, and an isopod on the Davidson Seamount (1360 meters).

Red vermillion crab ( Paralomis verrilli ) dangling off a yellow sponge, amidst a white sponge, white coral, shrimp, brittle stars, and an isopod on the Davidson Seamount (1360 meters). Image courtesy of NOAA/MBARI 2002.

Related Links

Davidson Seamount: Exploring Ancient Coral Gardens

Davidson Seamount: Exploring Ancient Coral Gardens: Coral Conservation

NOAA Ocean Explorer Gallery