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A “mermaid’s purse” is the protective case of a shark egg

Updated on May 15, 2024June 12, 2023

Some sharks lay eggs at the bottom of the ocean. When shark eggs are laid, they are in a protective egg case that helps them survive until they hatch. The protective case of the shark egg will sometimes wash ashore and are often called a “mermaid’s purse.” The majority of sharks give birth to live …

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