In early June 2025, fishermen near Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, were stunned to find a colossal silver creature—nearly 30 feet long—floating in their nets. Commonly dubbed the “Doomsday Fish,” this ribbon-like oarfish (Regalecus glesne) is seldom seen near the surface, typically dwelling between 200–1,000 m deep. Its sudden emergence sparked both awe and alarm. This was no isolated […]