Jun 28, 2025
A giant oarfish was recently caught off the Tamil Nadu coast, requiring seven men to lift it, sparking curiosity and concern on social media.
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In Japanese mythology, oarfish are believed to be messengers of impending disasters, earning them the nickname "doomsday fish."
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A 2019 scientific study found no solid evidence linking oarfish sightings to seismic activity, despite popular belief.
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Oarfish live 660–3,300 feet below the surface and are rarely seen; they typically surface only when sick, injured, or disoriented.
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Ocean experts confirm oarfish surfacing is due to illness or disorientation—not a sign of earthquakes or natural disasters.
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The legend of oarfish as sea god messengers was reinforced after multiple sightings before the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami.
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A 12-foot oarfish appeared near San Diego in August 2024 just days before an earthquake, reigniting superstition.
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Increased global sightings may be linked to climate change, warming oceans, or disruptions in deep-sea ecosystems.
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