https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-discover-two-new-species-of-sea-spiders-along-canadian-coastlineContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-discover-two-new-species-of-sea-spiders-along-canadian-coastlinehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/scientists-discover-two-new-species-of-sea-spiders-along-canadian-coastline#u93915Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:26:31 +0000Scientists have identified two new species of sea spiders in the Salish Sea, a region between Washington State and British Columbia, Canada. These discoveries mark the first new sea spider species found in over a century. The sea spiders have distinctive features such as hairy legs, red eyes, and three lips. Researchers used scuba dives to collect samples and expand knowledge of marine biodiversity in the region.Why it mattersThe Salish Sea, located between Washington State and British Columbia, Canada, has been the site of significant marine discoveries. Sea spiders, also known as pantopods,