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Yoko the swell shark was born in a habitat of all-female sharks who hadn't seen a male in years. The aquarium has two possible explanations — and hopes to get confirmation in the coming months.
Given that the gestation period of swell sharks is 9-12 months, according to the Aquarium of the Pacific, the math doesn’t add up for the newborn swell shark pup. Rather, it means that one of ...
A Louisiana aquarium welcomed a baby shark born under mysterious conditions, the aquarium said Friday. The swell shark, nicknamed Yoko, hatched on Jan. 3, according to the Shreveport Aquarium. What ...
The Shreveport Aquarium is inviting guests to dive into the deep with its “Summer of Sharks” celebration, running now through July 27. The seasonal event features shark-themed ...
Swell sharks are unique in their ability to swallow water or air to escape predators. If attacked, the shark hides in rocks and crevices, swallowing water to expand its stomach.
A Louisiana aquarium has a new star — and a mystery — on its hands after a baby shark was born in a habitat without any males. The Shreveport Aquarium announced last week that Yoko the swell shark — ...