Explore why oarfish are called 'Doomsday Fish' and their alleged link to earthquakes. Discover scientific perspectives, myths ...

U.S. oarfish sightings are rare events that have long been tied to myths about earthquakes and natural disasters but ...

U.S. oarfish sightings continue to spark debate over whether these rare deep-sea creatures sense seismic activity before ...

Deep-sea creatures’ surface appearances provide unique study opportunities and highlight ecosystem preservation’s importance.

In Japanese folklore, appearances of these elusive marine creatures dubbed ‘doomsday fish’ are believed to foreshadow ...

The sighting, captured on video by Robert Hayes from Idaho, has sparked fresh discussions about the legend of the 'doomsday ...

The sight of the oarfish in shallow waters is bad news in Japanese folklore. Here's the meaning behind the 'doomsday' fish.

A rarely seen oarfish appeared in shallow water in Baja California Sur, Mexico, on Feb. 9, surprising beachgoers. The ...

Footage recorded of the rare fish shows the intricacies of its iridescent, ribbon-looking body and long, wispy red fins.

Many creatures on the Earth have the ability to predict changes in nature. Birds flying in large flocks with loud calls and ...

Why are oarfish considered bad omens? As the 'messenger of the sea god' or Ry*g* no tsukai in Japanese mythology, the oarfish ...

Oarfish have long been associated with impending doom and its eerie appearance and deep-sea origins have cemented its reputation as a creature of superstition.