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Meet the long-legged giants that light up the deep ocean

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Briefings

A 2026 article describes a mysterious blue light show in the deep ocean off Australia's east coast, attributed to two long-legged creatures. The phenomenon occurs thousands of meters below the surface where sunlight cannot penetrate, occurring in the dark. The evidence suggests these creatures emit a blue glow, though the specific species, exact number of individuals, and precise depth range are not detailed in the provided text.

Key points

• Two distinct species of long-legged creatures are identified as the source of the blue light show in the deep ocean off Australia's east coast.
• The phenomenon occurs thousands of meters below the surface, far beyond the reach of sunlight, and is visible in the dark.

Context and limitations

The source article does not specify the exact species names, provide a count of the creatures, or define the precise depth range of the light show.

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