Goblin shark
Mitsukurina owstoni
ok. 3,5 mAdult individual
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Goblin shark — size comparison
The goblin shark, Mitsukurina owstoni, has an elongated, flattened snout and jaws that project forwards abruptly. It lives above deep continental slopes and nea
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approx. 3.5 m
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Goblin shark — size comparison — facts and sources
The goblin shark, Mitsukurina owstoni, has an elongated, flattened snout and jaws that project forwards abruptly. It lives above deep continental slopes and near seamounts. A soft body and pale skin create its unusual appearance.
It hunts fish, squid and crustaceans. Projecting jaws catch prey ahead of the snout. Most knowledge comes from rare catches; reports of exceptionally large individuals do not always involve direct measurements.