Goblin Shark

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  • The Mysterious Goblin Shark
    By Jacob Barnes March 20, 2010
    Find the facts about the elusive goblin shark by learning about its eating habits, distinguished body, and its amazing difference that puts it in a category outside of other sharks.
  • The Very Strange-looking and Elusive Goblin Shark
    By Chanda Green October 26, 2009
    The goblin shark is named for its "ugly" appearance, it's uniquely shaped snout and impressive array of long, pointed teeth. Despite its frightening appearance, the species poses no threat to humans.
  • The Goblin Shark
    By Marie Vonn October 21, 2009
    Goblin sharks are pretty creepy, but so are goblins. Here's a handy comparison between the two should you ever find yourself asking, "Is this a goblin or a goblin shark?"
  • The Goblin Shark: Fun and Interesting Facts
    By Brittany Wagner July 24, 2009
    The goblin shark gets its common name from the Japanese translation of the word "tenguzame", which was used to describe the long rostrum (snout) as goblin-like.
  • Goblin Shark, 4-Eared Cat Outdone by Dead Man Standing
    By Sylvia Cochran August 20, 2008
    Cryptozoologists came into their own last week when both a chupacabra and Bigfoot were sighted, discredited, and once again moved into relative obscurity. This week the odd creatures dominating the news are the goblin shark, the 4 eared cat, and the dead man standing.