Mysterious Sea Creature Washes Ashore in California, Identified as Moray Eel

The ghastly-looking eel sparked online speculation and comparisons to mythical sea monsters before experts confirmed its identity.

A pale, slender sea creature with sharp teeth was found dead near Laguna Niguel, California, causing a stir on social media.
Initial online speculation likened the creature to a plesiosaur, similar to the mythical Loch Ness Monster, due to its appearance.
Experts from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife identified the creature as a bleached moray eel, common in the region.
Moray eels, known for their backward-pointing teeth, usually inhabit tropical and subtropical reefs and are not typically harmful to humans.
The unusual sighting prompted humorous references to Dean Martin's song 'That's Amore' in online discussions.