A translucent marine organism rests on a dark rock surrounded by a sandy seabed with a winding trail.
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Anemone, Sponge, Megalodon Tooth
It’s a sampling trifecta! Collected during the ninth dive of the 2026 American Samoa ROV + Mapping Exploration expedition, this sample included an anemone and a carnivorous sponge on a megalodon tooth, all brought in with one scoop!
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NOAA Ocean Exploration, 2026 American Samoa ROV + Mapping Exploration