Oarfish
Synopsis
Less than 250 beachings of oarfish have been reported worldwide in the last two centuries, yet one was recently observed alive off the French coast.
Synopsis
Off the coast of Villefranche-sur-Mer, researchers David and Roberto deployed the oceanographic buoy La Boussole in 2000 to gather data on water color. This initiative led to the rare observation of an oarfish, a creature seldom seen alive. Using ultraviolet lights, they studied its bioluminescent organs, revealing new aspects of its behavior. Once considered a mythical sea monster, the oarfish is now recognized as a significant species within the ocean ecosystem.
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Why Watch
- See the first live observation of an oarfish off France.
- Find out how La Boussole helped reveal ocean secrets.
- Meet scientists studying the bioluminescent features of the oarfish.
Did You Know
- Less than 250 beachings of oarfish have been reported in two centuries.
- The longest oarfish ever found measured 23 feet.
- The Oceanographic Observatory of Villefranche-sur-Mer deployed La Boussole in the summer of 2000.
- More than 12 million tourists visit the south of France each year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the longest oarfish ever found?
The longest oarfish ever found measured an astonishing 23 feet.
How many beachings of oarfish have been reported in the last two centuries?
Over the last two centuries, less than 250 beachings of oarfish have been reported on temperate coasts all over the world.
What scientific equipment was deployed off the coast of France in 2000?
In 2000, the Oceanographic Observatory of Villefranche-sur-Mer deployed an oceanographic buoy named La Boussole, intended to collect and transmit data on the color of the water.
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