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Chain Catshark Pup Hatches at the Aquarium

At an off-exhibit facility, aquarists recently celebrated the unexpected arrival of a three-inch-long Chain Catshark pup! This Atlantic shark species — also known as a Chain Dogfish — tops out at just a foot long and is notable for its ability to bioflouresce (glow) under black light!

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