Experts say warm coastal waters and a developing El Niño are bringing unusual sea creatures to Southern California. A hammerhead shark was recorded last month near the Malibu Pier, and a pilot reported another rare shark sighting off the coast on Wednesday.
WHO:Marine experts and a pilot who reported the sighting
WHAT:A rare shark sighting off the Southern California coast, including a previously recorded hammerhead shark near the Malibu Pier
WHEN:Sep 11, 2026
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:Warm coastal waters and a developing El Niño are contributing to an influx of sea creatures not commonly found in the region.
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