Summary:
- Oarfish, a rare and mysterious deep-sea creature, have been spotted on California beaches, sparking concerns among some that their appearance could be a harbinger of doom.
- Oarfish are rarely seen on the surface and their appearance is often associated with natural disasters or other catastrophic events, leading to superstitions about their presence being a bad omen.
- Scientists, however, explain that the oarfish sightings are likely due to natural causes, such as strong currents or storms, and do not indicate any impending disaster or doom.