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Rare shark spotted in the wild for the first time in 50 years
A rare shark species, once thought to be extinct, has been spotted in the waters of Papua New Guinea. This is the first sighting of Gogolia filewoodi in five decades.
The species was first described in the 1970s based on a single specimen, and since then, it had not been observed in the wild. Scientists believed the species had become extinct due to overfishing. However, recent observations in the mouth of a river in the Madang province revealed five females and one male Gogolia filewoodi.
The Gogolia is an endemic species of Papua New Guinea and possesses a unique evolutionary line not found elsewhere in the world. Very little is known about the biology of the species, except for a few physical characteristics, one of which is the unusually long base of the first dorsal fin.
The population of this shark remains unknown, but scientists believe its range is extremely limited, making it vulnerable to extinction, according to The Independent.
Earlier, Chinese researchers announced the discovery of a dugong in the South China Sea near the Yunshu Reef. This species had been considered functionally extinct in China since 2008, when the last specimen was found dead.
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Turkmenistan Announces the Contest “Youth Creativity – The Voice of Peace”
The editorial office of Nesil newspaper, together with the Central Council of the Magtymguly Youth Organization of Turkmenistan, has announced the launch of the contest “Youth Creativity – The Voice of Peace.” The official announcement was published in the Nesil newspaper issue dated October 28.
The competition is open to young people under the age of 35. Participants are invited to submit essays, short stories, and poems dedicated to the themes of national achievements, patriotism, permanent neutrality, peace, friendship, and unity.
Entries must be submitted by December 10 with the note “Youth Creativity – The Voice of Peace.” Applications should include an information sheet, a copy of the passport, two 3×4 photos, home address, and phone number.
Submissions should be sent to:
Ashgabat, 744604, Garashlyk Avenue, Erkin döredijilik mekany, editorial office of Nesil newspaper.
The results will be announced in December, in honor of the International Day of Neutrality. Winners will receive certificates of merit, valuable prizes, and special awards for outstanding creative work.
Email: nesil-gazeti@sanly.tm
Contact numbers:
Nesil Editorial Office: (+99312) 38 61 57, 39 95 26, 39 96 35.
Magtymguly Youth Organization Central Council: (+99312) 44 88 55.
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