Scientists have found a new creature with a strange head: the depths of the Andaman Sea, stretching off the coast of Thailand, have witnessed an exciting discovery by scientists.< /p>
This information was reported by the Live Science resource, reports URA-Inform.
What did the experts find?
It is noted that a previously unknown species of shark, called “ghost sharks,” was found. This mysterious inhabitant of the aquatic expanses impresses with its features: a massive head, giant iridescent eyes and feathery fins that create a ghostly impression.
The scientific community welcomes the discovery of a new species, which has been named Chimaera supapae. This representative of cartilaginous fish belongs to the ancient family Chimaeriformes, being a distant relative of sharks and rays.
Features of the discovery
The discovery of Chimaera supapae opens a new chapter in the study of the universe. Chimeras, like their new cousin, prefer to live on the continental slopes and ocean ridges of the deep sea, preferring dark and inaccessible areas at depths of more than 500 meters. They prey on bottom-dwelling animals, including crustaceans, mollusks and worms, preferring to keep to the shadows and mystery of their underwater world.
David Ebert, lead author of the study and program director of the Pacific Shark Research Center at San Jose State University in California, highlights the importance of this discovery.
«There are only 53 known species of chimeras in the world; this one became 54», — he notes.
Prospects and more
Chimeras, which are often called «ghost sharks» or «rat fish», deserve such names due to their large, sparkling eyes and slender, pointed bodies. Some can grow up to an impressive two meters in length, giving them an imposing appearance and unique features. However, in this case, scientists found a new creature with a strange head
The discovery of a new species of shark was carried out as a result of the discovery of a dead immature male fish in 2018. Scientists identified this representative as a new species, paying attention to its characteristic features, such as a massive head with a short muzzle and eyes that occupy more than 32% of the total head length. This discovery represents a significant step in understanding the richness and diversity of the underwater world, opening new horizons for scientists to study endangered life forms in the oceans.
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