Giant Periwinkle Isopod - 2014 | Nautilus Live (Remastered!)

Dive into the archive with upscaled and remastered favorite highlights in 4k! This moment comes from 2014 in the Windward Passage between Cuba and Haiti. These giant isopods are related to the common pillbug we see on land. These crustaceans are abundant in the deep ocean and come in a variety of colors. Luckily for us, this one showed off its beautiful periwinkle color for ROV Hercules. Learn more about this expedition at E/V Nautilus is exploring unknown regions of the ocean seeking out new discoveries in biology, geology, and archaeology. Join us 24/7 for live video from the seafloor and to ask questions of our explorers currently aboard Nautilus: . Follow us on social media for dive updates, expedition highlights, and more: Subscribe on YouTube: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: