New research shows that epaulette sharks, often called “walking sharks,” can produce eggs without increasing their overall energy use.

Quite an advantage in today’s world.

New research from James Cook University has made the extraordinary discovery that epaulette sharks can reproduce and lay eggs ...

These “walking sharks” can lay eggs without spending extra energy, rewriting what scientists thought they knew about reproduction.

Epaulette shark remain 'remarkably stable' throughout a reproduction process.

Furthermore, the team monitored shifts in blood and hormones while the mother sharks laid eggs, explained lead-author Carolyn ...

New research reveals walking sharks reproduction involves no extra energy use, challenging long-held beliefs about marine ...

The results suggest that epaulette sharks can lay eggs without putting extra strain on their bodies or burning more energy.

“Tiger sharks typically roam widely in what can seem like random patterns, so finding such a strong and consistent seasonal ...

Maybe you've seen a "mermaid's purse" while walking on the beach. Not actually an accessory for the mythical creature, these small casings are the eggs of sharks and their relatives. For around 455 ...

New research from James Cook University has made the extraordinary discovery that epaulette sharks can reproduce and lay eggs without any measurable ...

Epaulette sharks can reproduce without any measurable increase in energy use, stunning researchers who expected egg-laying to ...