Rare deep sea fish washes ashore on North Carolina coast
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}A Lancetfish was found in Nags Head on a beach in North Carolina. (Leif Rasmussen)
A rarely seen deep sea fish washed up on the beaches of North Carolina on Monday, MyFox8.com reported.
A Lancetfish, which is known for its large mouths and sharp teeth, was found on Nags Head Beach. The report said these fish can grow to 6 feet 6 inches in length, but little is known about their biology.
Daryl Law, who sent the photo to the station, said the fish was released live after being photographed.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}WISTV.com reported that the photographer had to release the fish twice, because it washed up to shore again, leading the observers to assume the fish is ill.
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