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Its terminal mouth position differs from the underslung jaws typical of many modern sharks.
Unlike many sharks that rely primarily on lateral head movement, the frilled shark can project its jaws forward during an attack. Its flexible skull and elongated body contribute to a snake-like lunge.
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The forward projection increases reach in an environment where split-second opportunities determine survival. In total darkness, extending the bite range by even centimeters can secure a meal.
The biomechanics resemble terrestrial snake strikes more than the sweeping bites of great white sharks. Evolution in deep water has produced a predator that defies common shark expectations.
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