Enigmatic Vampire Squid - 2014 | Nautilus Live (Remastered!)

Dive into the archive with upscaled and remastered favorite highlights in 4k! This vampire squid was recorded in 2014 in the Gulf of Mexico. Vampyroteuthis infernalis is the last surviving member of their taxonomic Order, and are technically neither squid nor octopods. These deep sea creatures don’t actually drink blood but they do have the largest eyes proportionally of any animal, relative to their small size. It is also covered in cells called photophores, which produce light flashes to confuse predators. 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: