‘Doomsday Fish’ Found in Chile: Massive 16-Foot Oarfish Washes Ashore on Beach, Reigniting Folklore on Natural Disasters
A 16-foot oarfish washed ashore in Arica, Chile, on October 20, reviving ancient folklore linking the deep-sea 'doomsday fish' to impending earthquakes and tsunamis. While the sighting sparked public anxiety online, marine biologists dismissed any link to tectonic activity, explaining the creature was likely carried ashore by strong ocean currents.
Oct 23, 2026 • Team Latestly
