The mysterious six-gill shark lives up to 6,000 feet below the surface of the water. Little has been known about this massive shark -- until now.
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Shark Week: Six-Gill Shark
The mysterious six-gill shark lives up to 6,000 feet below the surface of the water. Little has been known about this massive shark -- until now.
Added: Aug 3, 2009
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Runtime: 02:12
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