Questions: Which species' biological classification translates to the "goddess of hairy shellish" and was first discovered in the Pacific Ocean in 2005? - tripod fish - anglerfish - yeti crab - xenophyophore

Which species' biological classification translates to the "goddess of hairy shellish" and was first discovered in the Pacific Ocean in 2005? 
- tripod fish 
- anglerfish 
- yeti crab 
- xenophyophore
Transcript text: Which species' biological classification translates to the "goddess of hairy shellish" and was first discovered in the Pacific Ocean in 2005? tripod fish anglerfish yeti crab xenophyophore
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The answer is the third one (C): yeti crab.

Explanation for each option:

  1. Tripod fish: This species is known for its long, tripod-like fins that it uses to stand on the ocean floor. Its name does not translate to "goddess of hairy shellfish."
  2. Anglerfish: This species is known for its bioluminescent lure used to attract prey. Its name does not translate to "goddess of hairy shellfish."
  3. Yeti crab: The yeti crab (Kiwa hirsuta) was discovered in the Pacific Ocean in 2005. Its name is derived from the mythical Yeti due to its hairy pincers, and "Kiwa" is a Polynesian goddess of shellfish, translating to "goddess of hairy shellfish."
  4. Xenophyophore: This is a type of large, single-celled organism found on the ocean floor. Its name does not translate to "goddess of hairy shellfish."

Summary: The species whose biological classification translates to the "goddess of hairy shellfish" and was first discovered in the Pacific Ocean in 2005 is the yeti crab.

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