Scientists Astounded as Tiger Shark Regurgitates Spiky Echidna

Australian scientists were left astounded when a tiger shark regurgitated a spiky echidna.

Tiger shark known for its indiscriminate eating habits, has a reputation for consuming marine life & even inedible objects.

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However, finding an echidna in its stomach was a first for researchers. These are typically land-dwelling creatures known for their spiky defense mechanism.

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