Rare Ocean Discovery Made by Scientists After Spotting Something Strange

In 2008, Asha do Vos assembled a team to explore and study the blue whales that frequently visited the coast of Sri Lanka. They found something unexpected that changed their understanding of the aquatic ecosystem. Keep reading to learn more about this fascinating discovery.

Many Mysteries Awaited Explorers After The War In Sri Lanka

While Sri Lanka fought a civil war for nearly 30 years, scientists and scholars were unable to properly explore the waters surrounding their island nation. As a result, the oceans near the coast were relatively uninvestigated.

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ISHARA S. KODIKARA/AFP via Getty Images

What mysteries could still be waiting in the deep, yet to be discovered? When Asha de Vos led her team offshore, they weren’t looking for new discoveries. Sometimes life surprises you, though, and the surprise they received turned out to be a life-changing experience.