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Naga fish found in Phuket sea caught in fishing boat nets

Exciting! 'Naga fish' or oarfish Appearing in the Phuket sea for the first time After being found in the Satun Sea in January This time, it was found as the remains of a fishing boat. Brought back to shore for study by officials. The reason is that it is a rare fish - living in deep water. Phuket Fisheries emphasizes that it is not related to omens. At the Phuket Fish Bridge Organization pier, Ratsada Subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District. Phuket Province Fisheries along with staff of the Phuket Marine Fisheries Research and Development Center Examine the remains of Oarfish or Naga fish. Or called dragon fish by locals, which was found stuck in a fishing boat net about 7-8 nautical miles from the coast in front of Patong Beach at noon yesterday (Feb. 15), so we coordinated with relevant agencies to investigate. Because it is a deep-water fish, it is difficult to see. Initially, the fish remains were in relatively good condition. Measures 2.85 meters in length and 8.6 kilograms in weight. After this, it will be sent to the National Science Museum. to study It is believed that this is the first fish of this kind found in Phuket. After last January 4th, it was found in Satun with a length of 2.40 meters and is expected to be the first time found in Thailand. Mr. Sittiphon Muangsong, Phuket Fishery Mentioning the belief that If this fish is found, it is an omen of an earthquake. or a tsunami Academically, they are not related at all. Signs of an earthquake or tsunami from aquatic animals are very unlikely. It's just a rumor. The reason why oarfish are found in the Thai sea It's probably because of the changing tides. The fish came along with the current. - Thai News Agency Source: Thai News Agency