3D scans reveal deep-sea anglerfish's huge final meal

A rare hairy anglerfish that entered the Museum's collections 13 years ago had perplexed researchers with its massive stomach. However, the specimen was so rare they didn't want to cut it open to identify its last meal. Now, using micro-CT scanners, the Museum's imaging experts have finally been able to solve the mystery...

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00:00 Introduction
00:39 What does the real hairy anglerfish look like?
01:17 How does the micro-CT scanner work?
02:07 What are the initial results from the micro-CT scanner?
03:00 What prey was discovered inside the hairy anglerfish?