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Amphipods, drawn by the lights of Deep Discoverer, are captured by thisopportunistic anemone

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Amphipods, drawn by the lights of Deep Discoverer, are captured by thisopportunistic anemone. The amphipods are captured by speciallly adaptedstinging cells called nematocysts on the anemone's tentacles.

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NOAA OKEANOS EXPLORER Program; Our Deepwater Backyard

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