Many people may be unfamiliar with the name of this unique creature and it looks like a skeleton and transparent like glass. Recently discovered in Japan, these small animals are adorned with black spots on their bodies and it is resembling eyes and a nose.
Every intricate detail of its body is visible from the outside and it is showcasing its remarkable transparency. Netizens have dubbed this peculiar marine organism the “Skeleton Panda Sea Squirt” due to its panda-like appearance. The black spots evoke thoughts of a panda’s facial features.
In 2017, this rare marine creature was first observed in the Komijima Islands by a diver passing through the area. Researchers believe that this species has not been encountered anywhere else in the world prior to its discovery.
Subsequently, in 2018, the attention of scientists was once again drawn to this strange and rare species. Intensive research ensued and ultimately the result was leading to its classification as a new species. Many have christened it “Osipande,” a term meaning a small object resembling a panda in Bengali.
The white structures looks like a skeleton shape and in fact, blood vessels that may run parallel to the gills. Similar to a panda’s distinctive features, this creature also exhibits black-colored “eyes” and “nose.” Encounters with such unusual marine organisms are infrequent.
This discovery adds to the fascinating diversity of marine life and it was highlighting the vast array of species yet to be explored and understood. As scientists continue to delve into the mysteries of the ocean, such findings shed light on the complexity and beauty of the underwater world.
