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The goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni) is a rarely encountered deep-sea species and the sole extant representative of the family Mitsukurinidae. With an evolutionary history spanning approximately 125 million years, it is often described as a "living fossil." This species is especially notable for its unique morphological characteristics. It is recognized by its long, flattened snout and protrusible jaws that can extend forward to capture prey. Typically, the goblin shark measures between 3 and