Extremely rare “doomsday fish” found off Southern California coast
I recently came across an article detailing the discovery of an extremely rare oarfish off the Southern California coast, near La Jolla Cove. This majestic creature, with its strikingly long, silvery body and ominous red spines, is truly a sight to behold. According to the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, there have been less than two dozen confirmed sightings of these doomsday fish in the state in over a century, making this encounter a truly rare and special event.
Oarfish, known for their deep-sea dwelling habits and mysterious nature, are typically only seen close to the surface when they are sick, dying, or disoriented.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker