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Environment & NatureSaturday 24 October 2026

An underwater robot has captured footage of thousands of female sharks packed tightly together on the seabed in southern Australia—all apparently asleep at the same time. The stunning discovery has left marine scientists puzzled and eager to understand what's driving this unusual behavior.

The coordinated gathering of Port Jackson sharks on the ocean floor represents a rare glimpse into shark social behavior that researchers are only beginning to understand. While sharks typically hunt and roam individually, this massive congregation suggests complex motivations that could range from breeding patterns to environmental responses. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Nature continues to surprise us with mysteries waiting just beneath the waves—reminding us how much we still have to learn about ocean life.

Source: discoverwildlife.com. Ninja News summarises reporting from other outlets, so read the original for the full story.

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