Nothing About the Congo River Is Normal... Here's Why

In 2007, scientists encountered a nearly blind fish dying at the surface of the Congo River. Its injuries suggested something extraordinary was happening far below. What researchers discovered beneath the rapids revealed underwater canyons, powerful currents, and an environment that has shaped the evolution of some of Africa's strangest fish. CHAPTERS: 00:00 The Fish That Shouldn't Be Here 01:55 A Strange Discovery at Bulu 03:15 Inside the Congo River Expedition 04:50 The Hidden Underwater Canyons 06:10 The Deadly Journey to the Surface 07:40 Invisible Barriers Beneath the Water 10:50 Why This Fish Lost Its Eyes 12:25 The River's Ancient Secret This video is for educational and informational purposes only. Some visuals may be illustrative. #CongoArchives #CongoRiver #ScienceDocumentary