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Epaulette Shark: Nature's Resilient 'Land Walker'

1/9/2025

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The remarkable epaulette shark can "walk" on land, using its pectoral and pelvic fins to navigate oxygen-poor tidal pools. This extraordinary ability, combined with its skill to slow its heart rate, enables it to flourish in harsh conditions. As living fossils, these sharks reveal fascinating secrets about the resilience of marine life.

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The remarkable epaulette shark can "walk" on land, using its pectoral and pelvic fins to navigate oxygen-poor tidal pools. This extraordinary ability, combined with its skill to slow its heart rate, enables it to flourish in harsh conditions. As living fossils, these sharks reveal fascinating secrets about the resilience of marine life.