The goblin shark is a fascinating species that lives in the open ocean from near the surface down to depths of at least 4265 feet (1300 m). Like many species with a deep-sea affinity, scientists believe goblin sharks only come near the surface at night and spend most of their lives in the dark.

Where can goblin sharks be found?

World Range & Habitat

The goblin shark is a demersal (dwelling at or near the bottom) to mesopelagic inhabitant of outer continental shelves and slopes found at depths ranging from 40-1,200 m. They are slow-moving and neutrally buoyant. Many have been caught off Honshu, Japan, at depths of 60-280 m.

What part of the world do goblin sharks live?

Distribution of the Goblin Shark

In the western Atlantic Ocean they have been found in the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of Brazil, and other portions of South America. In the eastern Atlantic Ocean specimens have been recorded near France, Portugal, and the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.