A rare deep-sea shark washed ashore on an Australian beach a few days back, startling visitors. The strange creature was spotted on the shore of Seven Mile Beach, on the New South Wales South Coast.

Australian Museum Ichthyology collection manager Amanda Hay told NewsWire the sea animal was a Thresher Shark, Alopias vulpinus.&nbsp;

People who saw the shark say that it was at least three metres in length. Photos shared on social media also show the huge shark, that was already dead, missing a few teeth.&nbsp;

A man who saw the shark wrote on social media, "Seems like it just washed in with the tide. Some heavy bites to the snout but the worst damage seemed underneath as it was bleeding heavily."

Talking about what features differentiate it from other species, Hay said, "It can be differentiated from the other species, by the length of the upper lobe of the caudal fin, the size of the eye, but most distinctively the white from the underside extends above the pectoral fin, where it is grey in the other two species."

They have extremely long tails, that are most of the time as long as their bodies.

<h2>Why did the&nbsp;Thresher Shark wash ashore?</h2>

What led to the dead shark washing ashore is not clear, although it was possibly attacked by another marine animal which was likely much bigger.&nbsp;

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She added that dead fish commonly wash up on beaches.

Thresher Sharks commonly live around the Brisbane area, the region from southern Australia running until the North West Shelf, Western Australia and Tasmania. They can also be found around New Zealand.

They are classified as vulnerable by the World Conservation Union.

Lawrence Chlebeck, Marine Biologist and Campaigner at the Humane Society International (HSI), told Yahoo News Australia, that we can expect to see more such creatures coming to the shores in future because of the changing climate. Ocean currents are changing because of the environmental changes and "often bringing unexpected species into new areas".

A rare deep-sea shark washed ashore on an Australian beach a few days back, startling visitors. The strange creature was spotted on the shore of Seven Mile Beach, on the New South Wales South Coast.

A rare deep-sea shark washed ashore on an Australian beach a few days back, startling visitors. The strange creature was spotted on the shore of Seven Mile Beach, on the New South Wales South Coast. Australian Museum Ichthyology collection manager Amanda Hay told NewsWire the sea animal was a Thresher Shark, Alopias vulpinus. People who saw the shark say that it was at least three metres in length. Photos shared on social media also show the huge shark, that was already dead, missing a few teeth. A man who saw the shark wrote on social media, "Seems like it just washed in with the tide. Some heavy bites to the snout but the worst damage seemed underneath as it was bleeding heavily." Talking about what features differentiate it from other species, Hay said, "It can be differentiated from the other species, by the length of the upper lobe of the caudal fin, the size of the eye, but most distinctively the white from the underside extends above the pectoral fin, where it is grey in the other two species." They have extremely long tails, that are most of the time as long as their bodies. Why did the Thresher Shark wash ashore? What led to the dead shark washing ashore is not clear, although it was possibly attacked by another marine animal which was likely much bigger. Also Read: Rare deep-sea creature seen walking on 13-foot-long legs at depth of 10,800 feet She added that dead fish commonly wash up on beaches. Thresher Sharks commonly live around the Brisbane area, the region from southern Australia running until the North West Shelf, Western Australia and Tasmania. They can also be found around New Zealand. They are classified as vulnerable by the World Conservation Union. Lawrence Chlebeck, Marine Biologist and Campaigner at the Humane Society International (HSI), told Yahoo News Australia, that we can expect to see more such creatures coming to the shores in future because of the changing climate. Ocean currents are changing because of the environmental changes and "often bringing unexpected species into new areas".

Whale with extremely long tail washes ashore on Australian beach

A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury.&nbsp;

<h2>About the attack</h2>

The emergency services responded to an incident that occurred at around 7:45 pm (local time), on Monday (Jan 29) at a private wharf in Elizabeth Bay and found a woman believed to be in her 20s, with “a serious injury” to her right leg, said the police in New South Wales, in a statement.&nbsp;

The Australian media later identified the woman as 29-year-old, Lauren O’Neill. According to the police, the woman was swimming off the wharf when the shark attacked her. She reportedly suffered significant injuries to her leg and blood loss after being attacked by a bull shark.

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Media reports citing residents and the police said that the incident took place about 20 metres off from the jetty and less than two kilometres from Sydney Opera House. Notably, while shark sightings along the prominent Australian city’s ocean-facing beaches are common, it was the first attack in Sydney Harbour since February 2009.&nbsp;

According to 9News, a nearby veterinarian applied a tourniquet to stem the bleeding and O’Neill was rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital in a critical condition.&nbsp;

The 29-year-old, as per a hospital spokesperson, is in stable condition in intensive care and is expected to undergo surgery during the day.

<h2>Neighbours recall ‘horrifying’ attack</h2>

O’Neill’s neighbours rushed to help her after the shark attack, while a veterinarian living nearby gave first aid.&nbsp;

“I got home from work and sat down on the couch. I heard a soft yell for help just outside the window,” nearby resident Michael Porter told reporters, as quoted by AFP. He saw a woman outside trying to climb a ladder out of the harbour’s waters.

“Behind her was her leg, which was limp and all completely open and full of dark red blood behind her,” Porter added. “The whole thing was totally surreal and I still haven’t processed it all, to be honest.”

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“We have always worried and known about sharks in the harbour,” he said. “It’s only now that it feels very real.” Porter also went on to call the vet named Fiona who applied tourniquets a “hero,” adding “I believe she saved her life.”

Amy Smoothey, senior shark scientist at the New South Wales department of primary industries, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that based on the bite patterns and images provided, the woman was likely attacked by a bull shark.&nbsp;

Sharks are “more actively feeding” in low light at dawn and dusk, Smoothey said, making it “potentially a high-risk time to be swimming”. She also said that scientists have tagged 87 large bull sharks in Sydney Harbour since 2009.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury.

A 29-year-old woman who was mauled by a shark in Australia’s Sydney Harbour in the first attack in the past 15 years or so, on Tuesday (Jan 30) is said to be in stable condition after sustaining a “serious” leg injury. About the attack The emergency services responded to an incident that occurred at around 7:45 pm (local time), on Monday (Jan 29) at a private wharf in Elizabeth Bay and found a woman believed to be in her 20s, with “a serious injury” to her right leg, said the police in New South Wales, in a statement. The Australian media later identified the woman as 29-year-old, Lauren O’Neill. According to the police, the woman was swimming off the wharf when the shark attacked her. She reportedly suffered significant injuries to her leg and blood loss after being attacked by a bull shark. ALSO READ | UK: Newborn baby girl found dead in pub toilet in Leeds; police launch search for mother Media reports citing residents and the police said that the incident took place about 20 metres off from the jetty and less than two kilometres from Sydney Opera House. Notably, while shark sightings along the prominent Australian city’s ocean-facing beaches are common, it was the first attack in Sydney Harbour since February 2009. According to 9News, a nearby veterinarian applied a tourniquet to stem the bleeding and O’Neill was rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital in a critical condition. The 29-year-old, as per a hospital spokesperson, is in stable condition in intensive care and is expected to undergo surgery during the day. Neighbours recall ‘horrifying’ attack O’Neill’s neighbours rushed to help her after the shark attack, while a veterinarian living nearby gave first aid. “I got home from work and sat down on the couch. I heard a soft yell for help just outside the window,” nearby resident Michael Porter told reporters, as quoted by AFP. He saw a woman outside trying to climb a ladder out of the harbour’s waters. “Behind her was her leg, which was limp and all completely open and full of dark red blood behind her,” Porter added. “The whole thing was totally surreal and I still haven’t processed it all, to be honest.” ALSO READ | Witness describes deadly, horrific 'launch and bite' shark attack “We have always worried and known about sharks in the harbour,” he said. “It’s only now that it feels very real.” Porter also went on to call the vet named Fiona who applied tourniquets a “hero,” adding “I believe she saved her life.” Amy Smoothey, senior shark scientist at the New South Wales department of primary industries, told the Australian Broadcasting Corporation that based on the bite patterns and images provided, the woman was likely attacked by a bull shark. Sharks are “more actively feeding” in low light at dawn and dusk, Smoothey said, making it “potentially a high-risk time to be swimming”. She also said that scientists have tagged 87 large bull sharks in Sydney Harbour since 2009. (With inputs from agencies)

Australia: Woman in stable condition after rare shark attack in Sydney Harbour

Sydney officials have launched a frantic search to capture a giant great white shark that devoured an ocean swimmer, sending shockwaves across Australia.

Police have deployed baits, dispatched drones to scour the ocean and launched spotters on boats to try to catch the creature, which is believed to be at least three metres (10 feet) in length.

The victim has been identified as a 35-year-old British man named Simon Nellist, BBC reported.

According to the UK news outlet, Nellist was a member of Sydney’s Scuba Diving Social Club and a regular swimmer at the beach.

Nellist was attacked on Wednesday afternoon off Little Bay in east Sydney.

A rescue helicopter and four ambulances were dispatched, but the victim couldn’t survive after suffering “catastrophic injuries”.

It was the first fatal shark attack in Sydney since 1963.

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“Based on footage provided by the public including eyewitness accounts... shark biologists believe that a White Shark, at least three metres in length, was likely responsible," the state government's Department of Primary Industries said.

The department announced that it was deploying “six SMART drumlines” around the beach.

Drum lines feature hooks loaded with bait and are used to trap sharks that can then be tagged and moved to deeper ocean away from the coast.

Their use is controversial because hooked animals have been known to die before being moved, and non-target species can become snagged.

Shark attacks in Sydney are uncommon because the city has long had nets and other deterrents in its waters.

According to local media reports, Australia typically records about 20 shark attacks each year, with most in New South Wales and Western Australia.

(With inputs from agencies)

Sydney officials have launched a frantic search to capture a giant great white shark that devoured an ocean swimmer, sending shockwaves across Australia. Police have deployed baits, dispatched drones to scour the ocean and launched spotters on boats to try to catch the creature, which is believed to be at least three metres (10 feet) in length.

Sydney officials have launched a frantic search to capture a giant great white shark that devoured an ocean swimmer, sending shockwaves across Australia. Police have deployed baits, dispatched drones to scour the ocean and launched spotters on boats to try to catch the creature, which is believed to be at least three metres (10 feet) in length. The victim has been identified as a 35-year-old British man named Simon Nellist, BBC reported. According to the UK news outlet, Nellist was a member of Sydney’s Scuba Diving Social Club and a regular swimmer at the beach. Nellist was attacked on Wednesday afternoon off Little Bay in east Sydney. A rescue helicopter and four ambulances were dispatched, but the victim couldn’t survive after suffering “catastrophic injuries”. It was the first fatal shark attack in Sydney since 1963. Also read | Shark attack horror: Sydney beach turns red as swimmer is mauled to death “Based on footage provided by the public including eyewitness accounts... shark biologists believe that a White Shark, at least three metres in length, was likely responsible," the state government's Department of Primary Industries said. The department announced that it was deploying “six SMART drumlines” around the beach. Drum lines feature hooks loaded with bait and are used to trap sharks that can then be tagged and moved to deeper ocean away from the coast. Their use is controversial because hooked animals have been known to die before being moved, and non-target species can become snagged. Shark attacks in Sydney are uncommon because the city has long had nets and other deterrents in its waters. According to local media reports, Australia typically records about 20 shark attacks each year, with most in New South Wales and Western Australia. (With inputs from agencies)

Sydney officials on hunt for ‘giant’ white shark that ‘ate’ swimmer

An Australian man survived for hours in freezing, shark-infested water after being dragged out of his boat by a large fish he was trying to land.&nbsp;

The man, reportedly in his 20s, was fishing alone about&nbsp;30 nautical miles off Western Australia on Tuesday when he caught a marlin.a game fish that can weigh more than 400 kilograms.

AFP reports that the fish pulled him overboard after being hooked and the boat drifted away.

The man remained in the shark-infested waters for six hours before&nbsp;a fellow fisherman spotted the empty boat and called the authorities.

Commander of the&nbsp;Exmouth Volunteer Marine Rescue Group told AFP that the&nbsp;man was &quot;extremely lucky&quot; to be found in such a remote area.

&quot;He was just one tiny little head bobbing in the ocean,&quot; he told AFP.&nbsp;

The man is now being treated for hypothermia.

Ellis told AFP that Tuesday&#39;s rescue highlighted the need for anglers to take proper safety precautions, with two lone fishermen lost to the seas near the same area last year.

(WION with inputs from AFP)

The man had hooked a marlin -- a game fish that can weigh more than 400 kilograms

An Australian man survived for hours in freezing, shark-infested water after being dragged out of his boat by a large fish he was trying to land. The man, reportedly in his 20s, was fishing alone about 30 nautical miles off Western Australia on Tuesday when he caught a marlin.a game fish that can weigh more than 400 kilograms. AFP reports that the fish pulled him overboard after being hooked and the boat drifted away. The man remained in the shark-infested waters for six hours before a fellow fisherman spotted the empty boat and called the authorities. Commander of the Exmouth Volunteer Marine Rescue Group told AFP that the man was "extremely lucky" to be found in such a remote area. "He was just one tiny little head bobbing in the ocean," he told AFP. The man is now being treated for hypothermia. Ellis told AFP that Tuesday's rescue highlighted the need for anglers to take proper safety precautions, with two lone fishermen lost to the seas near the same area last year. (WION with inputs from AFP)

Aussie survives hours in cold, shark-infested waters after fish drags him overboard

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Whale with extremely long tail washes ashore on Australian beach

Australia: Woman in stable condition after rare shark attack in Sydney Harbour

Sydney officials on hunt for ‘giant’ white shark that ‘ate’ swimmer

Aussie survives hours in cold, shark-infested waters after fish drags him overboard