10 WEIRDEST SHARKS IN THE WORLD
03 NOV, 2023
Tanushree Debbarma
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Sharks are some of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean, and there are certainly some species that can be considered among the weirdest of them all. Have a look.
DEEP-SEA WEIRDOS
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Known for its unusual appearance, the goblin shark has a long, flattened snout, and it can protrude its jaw to catch prey.
1. GOBLIN SHARK
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The frilled shark is often called a "living fossil" due to its primitive characteristics. It is rarely seen alive and inhabits deep-sea environments.
2. frilled shark
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Hammerhead sharks have a distinctive, flattened head that resembles a hammer.
3. hammerhead shark
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This shark is also known as the "greater spotted dogfish." It has unique, spiky skin, making it an interesting and less common sight in the world of sharks.
4. nursehound shark
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The Port Jackson shark has a swirly, horn-like crest on its head and a mottled appearance. It is found off the coast of Australia.
5. port jackson shark
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These small sharks have round mouths with rows of small, serrated teeth. They use a unique feeding strategy, taking cookie-sized bites out of larger animals, hence their name.
6. cookiecutter shark
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This bottom-dwelling shark has a unique pattern that resembles a shaggy carpet. They use this camouflage to hide on the ocean floor and ambush unsuspecting prey.
7. wobbegong shark
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The megamouth shark possesses an enormous mouth with thick, rubbery lips, making its appearance unique and distinct from other shark species.
8. MEGAMOUTH SHARKS
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Viper shark or viper dogfish have photophores that enable them to emit a glow from their lower side.
9. VIPER SHARK
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The Greenland shark, found in the North Atlantic, is among the longest-lived vertebrates, with a remarkably slow growth rate.