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New Walking Shark Species Discovered in Papua New Guinea
Scientists have discovered a new walking shark species, Hemiscyllium dudgeonae. The shark uses its pectoral fins to move across reef flats and is at high risk of extinction due to its limited range.
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New Scientist
Hemiscyllium dudgeonae is the tenth recorded species of walking shark, which use their pectoral fins to move across reef flats, and its limited range means it may be at high risk of extinction
2026-06-16 13:00 UTC