Walking shark discovered in Papua New Guinea can use fins as legs

Scientists discovered a new walking shark species in Papua New Guinea that uses its fins like legs. Courtney Laratonda from the Clearwater Marine Aquarium shares details about these unique sharks, which are not dangerous to humans.

A newly identified walking shark species in Papua New Guinea fascinates scientists with its unique ability to use fins as legs. Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Kourtney Laratonda explains how these epaulette sharks can hold their breath for up to three hours to ‘walk’ between shallow tide pools. This incredible marine life discovery highlights adaptive evolution and is not dangerous to humans.