Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Orafish are found in the deep-sea waters of the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans.
2.Orafish is the longest bony fish in the world.
3.Orafish have sharp teeth like deep-sea predators.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanations –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Oarfish are found in the deep-sea waters of the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. They have a worldwide distribution in temperate and tropical marine waters, excluding polar regions. Oarfish is identified as the longest bony fish in the world.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Oarfish do not have sharp teeth like deep-sea predators. Oarfish have small mouths with no visible teeth.

Source: Forum IAS

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