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The Royal Australian Navy rapidly developed and deployed the Ghost Shark autonomous submarine, moving from prototype to fleet in less than three years through a collaborative, risk-taking approach with Anduril Australia, marking a significant advancement in autonomous undersea warfare and setting a potential model for other nations.
Marine biologists have discovered a new species of ghost shark, Chimaera supapae, in the depths of the Andaman Sea. This ancient fish, with its large iridescent eyes and feathery fins, adds to the 53 known species of chimaeras. The discovery highlights the mysteries of the deep sea and the importance of continued exploration.
Researchers have discovered a new species of "ghost shark," named Chimaera supapae, off the coast of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. This ancient relative of sharks and rays was found at a depth of 14,500 feet, making it the 54th known species of chimaera in the world. The creature's rat-like body and massive, reflective eyes make it a rare and eerie find, highlighting the mysteries of the deep sea and our limited understanding of marine life.
A new species of "ghost shark" called Chimaera supapae, with glowing eyes and a massive head, has been discovered off the coast of Thailand by scientists from the Pacific Shark Research Center. The fish, measuring nearly two feet long, was found 1,640 feet below the Andaman Sea and is a distant relative of sharks and rays. Little is known about these creatures due to their deep and dark habitats, and the discovery highlights how much is still to be explored in the marine environment.
A new species of ghost shark, Chimaera Supapae, has been discovered in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Thailand, bringing the total known ghost shark species to 54. This elusive fish was hauled up from nearly half a mile down and identified through genetic testing. Named after fish researcher Supap Monkolprasit, the 10.9-inch-long creature has unique features, including a massive head with oval eyes, and a sex organ on its head used for mating. The discovery highlights the mysteries of the deep sea and the ongoing exploration of the marine environment.
A new species of "ghost shark" called Chimaera supapae, with giant, glow-in-the-dark eyes and feather-like fins, has been discovered in the Andaman Sea near Thailand. These chimaeras, distant relatives of sharks and rays, are among the oldest lineages of fish, dating back 300-400 million years. The elusive deep-sea creatures face threats from habitat degradation and overfishing, with some species listed as "vulnerable" on the IUCN Red List. The discovery highlights how little is known about the marine environment and the need for further exploration.
A new species of "ghost shark" called Chimaera supapae has been discovered in the Andaman Sea off the coast of Thailand. This elusive deep-sea creature has a massive head, giant iridescent eyes, and feathery fins, and is a distant relative of sharks and rays. Found at depths below 1,640 feet, these ghostly figures feed on bottom-dwelling animals and are difficult to find due to their deep-sea nature. The discovery of this new species highlights how little we know about the marine environment and the potential for further exploration.
Scientists have discovered a new species of "ghost shark" called Chimaera supapae with a large head, giant iridescent eyes, and feathery fins in the Andaman Sea off Thailand. These ancient fish, distant relatives of sharks and rays, are rarely found in this region and inhabit the deep sea, feeding on bottom-dwelling animals. The discovery, described in a paper published in the journal Raffles Bulletin of Zoology, highlights the mystery of the marine environment and the need for further exploration.
A team of researchers from the University of Florida and the Seattle Aquarium are using Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicles (ROVs) to investigate the breeding habitats and embryonic development of ghost sharks, also known as chimaeras. Ghost sharks are one of the most enigmatic and understudied groups of fishes, related to sharks and rays but separated by nearly 400 million years of evolution. By locating their embryos, scientists hope to learn about the unique morphologies and biological characteristics of these deep-sea creatures. The expedition aims to uncover secrets about the origins of teeth, which could have implications for regrowing human teeth. The research is supported by a National Science Foundation grant and aims to strengthen conservation efforts for these charismatic species.