This is the incredibly rare moment two reclusive oarfish were seen swimming together off the coast of Japan.
The 20ft long creatures - believed to be a sign of an impending disaster when they wash up on shore - amazed onlookers in Fukui Prefecture on February 15.
Japanese officials believe it is the first time in the world that two of the creatures have been recorded together swimming so close to the surface.
Oarfish are the longest bony fish alive and normally lurk in depths of 3,300 feet (1,000 meters) so they are rarely seen. They can grow up to 56ft long (17 metres).
Marine biologists celebrated the rare sighting of not just one - but two - live oarfish on the surface of the ocean near Echizen city. The beasts ventured close to a harbour walkway and stayed for around two hours before sinking back into the depths.
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