Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/24/2009 - 12:28
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Antarctic Undersea ROV 09

Good afternoon,

I was shown a picture of the huge fish living under the ice in our presenation. What is the name of that fish? Is it related to any other fish? I found it facinating that the blood has properties that we could use for preserving human organs. What other possibilities are there?

Amy

Thu, 09/24/2009 - 18:31

Michele Cross

Hi Amy!
The whitish colored fish is sometimes referred to as an Antarctic Cod; although, it really isn't a cod. You may also see it called the Antarctic Toothfish or  Dissostichus mawsoni (scientific name). The smaller fish that was darker in color and being held is a Paraliparis devriesii. It is named after the scientist who discovered it--DeVries. I just read an article the other night about possible applications in creating frost resistant crops. I'd love that as our growing season is a tad short!
Michele