Terrifying sea creature washes up on beach sparking Loch Ness Monster comparison – Express

A ghastly sea creature with sharp teeth washed ashore near Laguna Niguel, California, leaving onlookers and internet users baffled.
The long, slender animal, which was found dead and tangled in seaweed on Saturday, immediately sparked curiosity due to its eerie appearance.
The creature’s open mouth and peculiar body drew wide speculation online, especially after a photo was posted on Reddit, where users tried to guess what it might be.
Some Reddit users suggested that the mysterious creature resembled a plesiosaur, the prehistoric marine reptile famously linked to the legend of the Loch Ness Monster.
One user commented: “My first thought when I saw that head was, ‘woah, why does it look like a plesiosaur?’”

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The strange find ignited debates across social media platforms.
Another commenter said: “It’s giving me nightmares.”
Despite the imaginative theories, experts quickly weighed in to identify the creature.
According to Tim Daly, a spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the creature is likely a moray eel, a species commonly found in Southern California waters.
Daly said that the animal appeared “a little bleached out from being dead,” but it matched the characteristics of a moray eel.
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Moray eels, typically yellowish or brown with spots, are known for their sharp teeth and snake-like appearance.
They inhabit coral reefs and rocky areas along coasts and are a common sight for divers in the region.
While this particular moray eel may not be as exciting as the plesiosaur of internet fame, moray eels do have their own fascinating history.
In ancient Rome, they were highly prized for food, and some were even dressed up in elaborate outfits for entertainment.
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