{"title":"Goblin Sharks","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"goblin-shark-elfin-shark-museum-quality-educational-rubber-fish-hand-painted-realistic-toy-figure-diorama-model-kids-educational-gift-7-inches-ch023-bb72","title":"Goblin Shark, Elfin shark, Museum Quality, Educational, Rubber Fish, Hand Painted, Realistic Toy Figure, Diorama Model, Kids, Educational, Gift,    7 Inches.    CH023 BB72","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoblin Shark, Elfin shark, Museum Quality, Educational, Rubber Fish, Hand Painted, Realistic Toy Figure, Diorama Model, Kids, Educational,  7 Inches. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe goblin shark, biologically classified as Mitsukurina owstoni, is a fascinating and rare deep-sea shark species that has captivated the interest of marine biologists for over a century. Often described as a \"living fossil,\" this elusive predator is the only extant member of the family Mitsukurinidae, a lineage dating back approximately 125 million years. While primarily known as the goblin shark, it is occasionally referred by common names such as the elfin shark, or in Japanese as tenguzame, a reference to a long-nosed mythical creature. If you are researching prehistoric sharks still in existence or the unique biodiversity of the benthopelagic zone, the goblin shark serves as a primary example of specialized deep-water adaptation. These rare pink sharks are most famous for their elongated, flattened snouts and highly protrusible jaws, which can snap forward at lightning speed to capture prey—a mechanism often called slingshot feeding. For students of ichthyology and marine biology, it is important to note that their distinct pinkish hue is not due to pigment but rather the visibility of blood vessels through their translucent skin. Living at depths ranging from 800 to over 4,000 feet, these nocturnal deep-sea predators rely on a high density of ampullae of Lorenzini to detect the electrical fields of teleost fish, cephalopods, and crustaceans in total darkness. Whether you are searching for information on rare elasmobranchs or interested in oceanic conservation and deep-sea exploration, the goblin shark remains a symbol of the mysteries hidden within the world's submarine canyons and continental slopes. Despite their alien appearance, they are classified as \"Least Concern\" by the IUCN, largely due to their remote and vast habitat across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Understanding the survival of this ancient shark lineage provides vital insights into the resilience of life within the planet’s most extreme and inhospitable underwater environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAt Collectible Wildlife Gifts, we cater to a diverse clientele, encompassing families, friends, and educators. Our offerings have garnered the trust of professional organizations, including aquariums, zoos, and movie studios, who rely on our quality and educational value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eOur extensive product line features a variety of items, ranging from plush sharks to educational resources showcasing animal growth cycles. Each product is designed not only to bring joy but also to serve as an effective tool for learning. Whether you’re looking to inspire curiosity in a child or enhance an educational curriculum, our products spark interest and foster a love for the natural world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eWe believe that learning should be an adventure, and our gifts make exploring nature fun and engaging. With every item, we aim to create memorable experiences that encourage conversations about wildlife and conservation. Our plush toys provide comfort while igniting the imagination, and our educational materials promote understanding and appreciation for various species. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eJoin us in celebrating the wonders of nature. Whether you’re shopping for a special occasion or seeking educational resources for a classroom, Collectible Wildlife Gifts has something for everyone. Explore our collection today and discover the perfect gift that will delight recipients of all ages while nurturing their love for wildlife and learning. 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Like sharks and rays, chimaeras have cartilaginous skeletons, and the males possess external reproductive organs (claspers) derived from the pelvic fins and used to introduce sperm into the body of the female. Unlike sharks and rays, chimaeras have a single external gill opening, covered by a flap as in the bony fishes, on each side of the body. Male chimaeras, unique among fishes, also possess a supplemental clasping organ, the tentaculum, on the forehead and in front of each pelvic fin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eChimaeras are tapered fishes with large pectoral and pelvic fins, large eyes, and two dorsal fins, the first preceded by a sharp spine. They have slender tails, from which the name ratfish, applied to some, has been derived. There are about 47 species of chimaeras, ranging in length from about 60 to 200 cm (24 to 80 inches) and in color from silvery to blackish. The species are placed in three families: Chimaeridae (including the species called rabbit fish), characterized by a rounded or cone-shaped snout; Callorhinchidae (elephant fishes), with an unusual, hoe-shaped, flexible snout; and Rhinochimaeridae (long-nosed chimaeras), with an extended, pointed snout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eCollectible Wildlife Gifts is the market leader in providing high quality, realistic toys of all types! Every one of our items is heavily inspected for quality craftsmanship and authenticity. Our products make great gifts for your family and friends! Additionally, our lifelike animal figurines and plush make for great displays and educational sets. We are happy to serve our wide range of clientele from parents to educators, gift shop owners and many more!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eOur team works hard to ensure you get a great toy. All products from CWG are checked for quality to ensure you receive the order in perfect condition.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eFrom plush sharks to educational animal growths cycle we offer the perfect toy or gift for any occasion. 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