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Sea spiders can grow quite large, spanning almost one meter (about three feet) in length
Creatures of the Deep: Deep Sea Spider
This creature was found 2,300 feet deep in the ocean. It’s a Sea Spider, and ones living at this depth can grow quite large, spanning almost three feet wide. Their eight long legs help carry vital organs like their digestive tract. They also have three to four extra limbs used for cleaning, courtship and carrying their young. With over 1300 different species, they are found in every ocean throughout the world.
