Limpets were seen grazing near the seeping fluids.


Limpets were seen grazing near the seeping fluids. They tend to form small clusters. This animal is probably an undescribed species related to a limpet that occurs on seamounts off Japan. The limpet is > ~0.5 inches (~1.5 cm). Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2004 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program.

 

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