Giant Tube Worms of the Galapagos, Nautilus Live

While exploring hydrothermal vents near the Galapagos, Dr. Robert Ballard and the E, V Nautilus team discover huge swaths of giant and colorful chemosynthetic tube worms. E, V Nautilus is exploring the ocean studying biology, geology, archeology, and more. Watch for live video from the ocean floor. For live dive updates follow along on social media at and on Twitter. For more photos from our dives, check out ou br, br,