Video: The oarfish reappears, heralding earthquakes and tsunamis
The oarfish, also known as the scabbardfish, was again shown in Chile and has sparked concern because, every time it comes to the surface, it is associated with major natural disasters.
This time the fish was seen in the waters of Arica and the images were shared on Twitter. Comments have circulated on networks that his arrival on the coast portends an earthquake or tsunami in the coming weeks.
Although not scientifically proven, the appearance of the oarfish or scabbardfish is associated with earthquakes. And some theories that put superstition aside, They point out that it is a specimen that lives in the depths and, in case of tectonic movement, is usually ejected to the surface.
The oarfish found in Arica, Chile was lifted with a crane.
In Japanese culture this fish is a bad omen and whenever it seems that the Japanese believe that catastrophes are coming. The animal found in Arica, Chile measured 5.80 meters.
The discovery took place on Monday and the images of the moment quickly went viral on various social networks such as Twitter and Instagram.
Oarfish on the beach of Arica, Chile.
In them we see a group of fishermen and workers in the port area of Arica, lifting the huge fish with a crane.
In general, it swims at a depth of 1,000 meters. In addition, it is considered to be one of the longest bony fish, reaching 11 meters in length.
Why is it associated with earthquakes and tsunamis?
According to Japanese culture, the oarfish heralds disaster.
The appearance of the scabbardfish is associated in Japanese culture with the announcement of the occurrence of violent earthquakes and tsunamis. Despite popular belief, their sightings in recent years preceded earthquakes in various parts of the world.
In July 2020, they found one in Alaska, where a magnitude 7.8 earthquake was recorded a few days later. Meanwhile, in June of the same year in Mexico, a 7.5 degree earthquake was recorded 10 days after the strange animal appeared.
From science there is a possible explanation for the appearance of oarfish and earthquakes: deep-sea fish – such as oarfish – live near the sea floor and are very sensitive to the movements of active faults compared to those that are close to the surface of the sea. This would make them emerge when they detect strange movements, which alter their behavior.
Source: Clarin