ALBAWABA - Two Oarfish were recently spotted after washing ashore in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Nicknamed "doomsday fish," the Oarfish is a rare deep-sea creature in Japanese folklore, believed to be an omen of destruction and a warning of earthquakes and tsunamis.
Scientists and researchers have found no evidence that the rare deep-sea creature can cause impending doom. However, a scientist told the Japan Times that, "Deep-sea fish living near the sea bottom are more sensitive to the movements of active faults than those near the surface of the sea."
Doomsday fish is back? 2 deep-sea Oarfish spotted at Mexico beach
According to National Geographic, the Oarfish (Doomsday fish) can measure up to 30 feet long, making them the "world’s longest bony fish." They usually live at the depths of the sea at around 3,300 feet and are harmless towards humans.
The video shared by We Love Animals and Monica Pittenger on Instagram captured two Oarfish that washed ashore on a beach in Mexico. Pittenger added that her sister Katie noticed both fish were still alive and quickly helped them swim back to their home.
Monica wrote, "I was nervous because I had no idea what it was (or if it could sting), but she didn’t hesitate… she helped save two of them."
The clip garnered millions of views and reactions on Instagram. A social media user wrote, "Beautiful story, but also knowing that two “doomsday fish” showed up right about now is not necessarily comforting."
Another added, "The world is ending."
