The Oarfish is thought to be the world's longest bony fish, a group that includes almost all fish except sharks and rays ( whale sharks are the largest fish in the ocean). These fish can reach a length of over 50 feet (15 meters) and weigh as much as 6oo pounds (272 kilograms). The silvery fish are sometimes called the “king of herrings” because of their superficial resemblance to the smaller fish, but they are named oarfish because of their long pectoral fins, which resemble oars. Now, some are claiming that oarfish washing ashore is a sign that an earthquake will soon follow. Known scientifically as Regalecus glesne, it is a member of Regalecidae family of fishes. The name Regalecidae is derived from the Latin word regalis, meaning “royal”. The giant Oarfish was delineated in 1772. As this fish remain in a considerable depth, people do not know about this fish. This giant fish dwells in a depth of 3300 feet (1000 meters). Due to the long pectoral fins, resemblance to Oars, th...
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