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When was the megamouth shark first discovered?
Quick Answer
The megamouth shark was first identified in 1976.
The Full Story
The megamouth shark was first discovered in 1976 when a specimen was caught near Hawaii. It was a major scientific surprise because such a large shark had gone unnoticed until the late 20th century. The species is a filter feeder that eats plankton, unlike the image many people have of predatory sharks. Since its discovery, only a small number of specimens have been recorded.
Key Facts
1.First discovered in 1976
2.Found near Hawaii
3.A filter-feeding shark
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