Greenland sharks are thought to have lifespans that can reach 400 years. Building upon previous work, University of Tokyo-led researchers have now sequenced a chromosome-level genome of the Greenland ...

Hammerhead and bull sharks are apex predators shaped by millions of years of evolution, each with unique adaptations for survival. Hammerheads wield their cephalofoil for superior sensory range and ...

The Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) is the longest-living vertebrate and inhabits the exceptionally dim and cold waters of the Arctic deep sea. Due to its extreme lifespan, harsh ...

Sharks are famous for being dangerous hunters, but their story is not limited to that. These creatures have been around for over 400 million years, and their survival depends on strange, smart, and ...

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