What the Teeth? Male Ghost Sharks Grow Evolution’s Weirdest Mating Tool A recent study suggests that male ghost sharks, also known as chimaeras, use an unusual and fascinating adaptation to enhance their mating success. These mysterious deep-sea creatures, belonging to the chondrichthyan subclass Holocephali, have long intrigued scientists with their unique characteristics. Among these features, […]
Finding smaller Nemo? Clownfish shrink to survive ocean heatwaves, finds study
Finding Smaller Nemo: Clownfish Shrink to Survive Ocean Heatwaves Clownfish, the brightly colored reef fish made famous by Finding Nemo, have revealed a surprising ability to adapt to their changing environment. A recent study has found that these iconic fish are shrinking in size to survive the challenges posed by ocean heatwaves. Researchers have long […]