‘Doomsday Fish ’: Here Are All The Sightings Tamil Nadu Sighting Kicks Off Global Oarfish Wave In late May 2025, the first recorded sighting of the year occurred off the coast of Tamil Nadu, India. Local fishermen caught a massive oarfish nearly 30 feet (9 meters) long. It took seven men to lift the deep-sea creature for a photo, which quickly went viral online, marking the start of a series of unusual global appearances. Recent appearances of the rare oarfish near Baja California Sur, Mexico have ignited discussions on social media. Often called the 'Doomsday Fish ,' this creature’s sightings are thought to ... An oarfish, also known as the "doomsday fish ", was recently caught off the Tamil Nadu coast. This deep-sea creature, rarely seen near the surface, is thought to be a warning of natural disasters. Oarfish are long, ribbon-shaped fish that live in the mesopelagic zone, the least explored part of the ocean. They are also known as doomsday fish because some cultures believe they are harbingers of disasters. Learn more about these mysterious creatures and how to protect them from plastic pollution.
