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Basking sharks aren't entirely cold-blooded, marine biologists say

Jun 11, 2026

ZMG - Amaze Lab

The basking shark, or what is sometimes referred to as the filter-feeding shark, is one of the largest fish in the world. But while it might look outlandish, it has an even more outlandish quality according to marine biologists. It’s not cold-blooded. 
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