Ep 7. Some-fin New
- July 11, 2021
In the season 10, episode 7 of Expedition Unknown, titled "Some-fin New", host Josh Gates sets off on a deep-sea adventure in search of one of the ocean's most fascinating creatures: the elusive giant squid.
Gates begins his journey in Japan, a country with a rich history of myths and legends surrounding the giant squid. He meets with a local fisherman who claims to have encountered the creature several times in his fishing career. The fisherman describes the giant squid as an otherworldly creature that is larger than any other squid he has ever seen.
Gates then travels to the Ogasawara Islands, located south of Tokyo, where he joins a group of researchers who are studying the behavior of the giant squid in its natural habitat. The team uses a special deep-sea submersible vessel to descend to depths of up to 1,000 meters, where the giant squid is known to dwell.
During the expedition, Gates and the team encounter other fascinating marine life, including bioluminescent jellyfish and deep-sea fish with transparent bodies. They also gather data on the ocean's temperature and currents, which could help shed light on the giant squid's behavior patterns.
As the team delves deeper into the ocean, Gates can sense the excitement building among everyone on board. The prospect of encountering the giant squid is both thrilling and terrifying, as this elusive creature has rarely been seen by humans.
Finally, after hours of waiting in the silent darkness, the team gets a glimpse of something moving in the distance. As they approach closer, they make out the distinctive shape and tentacles of the giant squid. Gates and the team are awestruck as they watch the creature swim gracefully through the water.
Gates reflects on the significance of the expedition, not only for understanding the giant squid and its role in the ocean ecosystem, but also for inspiring people to explore and protect the world's oceans and the creatures that inhabit them.
Overall, "Some-fin New" is a thrilling and educational episode that combines adventure, science, and conservation. Gates and the Expedition Unknown team once again demonstrate their passion for uncovering the mysteries of the world, both above and below the water's surface.
