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natural-phenomena2 years ago

"Scuba divers capture rare footage of giant oarfish, signaling an impending event"

Scuba divers off the coast of Taiwan captured rare footage of an 8ft long giant oarfish, known as an "earthquake fish," which is believed to predict earthquakes. The fish appeared injured, possibly from a shark attack, and had several holes in its body. Oarfish sightings are often associated with natural disasters like tsunamis and earthquakes, although the connection has not been scientifically proven. These elusive creatures typically swim at great depths but occasionally swim nearer the surface, making them rare to see in the wild.

nature2 years ago

Rare Giant Oarfish Caught on Video by Divers off Taiwan's Coast

Divers off the coast of Taiwan encountered a rare giant oarfish in shallow water, a sighting that is typically rare as these deep-sea fish are usually found at depths between 200 and 1000 feet. The oarfish appeared to be wounded, contrary to the legend that sightings of the fish with glittering silver on its body are a sign of an impending disaster. Oarfish are not dangerous to humans as they lack teeth and feed on plankton. In Japanese folklore, oarfish sightings are believed to be an omen of an impending disaster, but scientists have found no scientific evidence to support this connection.