Locals urged not to worry after deep sea Harbinger of Doom fish washes up on beach 
By Lucy Devine PH Source: unilad 2/16/2024
Lucy Devine
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The fish was found with severe injuries on an area of Leyte province.

Despite the best efforts of locals, the creature could not be saved and was buried nearby.

Following the discovery, officials have urged locals in the area not to panic over the sighting of the fish - which is nicknamed the 'harbinger of doom'.
 

The deep sea fish, also known as Regalecus glesne, are characterised by their long, ribbon-like bodies.

They live deep in the ocean, and feed on small fish. They're not often seen - or captured - due to the fact they reside so far down.

But locals were shocked when a 12.5ft oarfish washed up onto the beach with horrific injuries, including 'disfigurement and heavy bleeding'.

 
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