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Researcher Alan Jamieson shared his impressions: “We did not expect to see sharks in this area, as it is believed that they do not occur in Antarctica. And this is not just a small specimen — it is a real giant shark. These creatures are like tanks.”
The shark, measuring 3-4 meters in length, was recorded back in January 2025, but information about it has only just become known.
Previously, it was thought that sharks could not survive in the extreme Antarctic conditions. However, the discovered specimen, likely a polar or sleeper shark, seemed to be quite comfortable.
Scientists suggest that a small population of predators may inhabit this depth, feeding on the remains of whales and giant squids.
