The cookiecutter shark is one of the most bizarre and least understood sharks in the ocean. It preys on small creatures like other small sharks but also feeds on large chunks of whale, seal, and large fish meat. Discover how they evolved to be so unique and daring. Support Animalogic and enjoy exclusive content by becoming a member: Animalogic Membership Explore our amazing animal facts and beautiful illustrations in Strange Creatures. Order your copy today! Get 84% off from our sponsor CyberGhost VPN with 4 months free: CyberGhost VPN Follow Animalogic on social media: TikTok Facebook Subscribe for new episodes every Friday: Subscribe to Animalogic Support us on Patreon: Patreon Examining the nature of the beast. 00:00:00: This Vampire Shark Eats Everything Alive00:01:37: Monster-like appearance and adaptations00:04:27: Freaky features explained00:08:34: Cookiecutter shark as an ectoparasite00:09:52: Counterillumination00:11:49: Studying whales using cookiecutter bite marks00:13:19: 2019: The Year of the Cookiecutter00:14:15: Why humans attract cookiecutters00:16:00: Cookiecutter sharks and the dogfish family #cookiecuttershark #shark #ocean #wildlife #nature #animal #fish #bizarrepredators #marinelife See show notes: https://inlet.fm/animalogic/episodes/6904f9dac3b89187b78e3d96 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices