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Hidden Extension principle

Lessons from Goblin Shark

Launch the jaw.

Slingshot-Jaw Strike

Goblin Shark (Mitsukurina owstoni) featured animal image on AnimalDex

Core lesson

In strange depths, the unseen tool may be the one that reaches first.

Biological basis

Goblin Sharks have highly protrusible jaws that can project forward rapidly to capture prey in deep-sea environments.

Best use cases

Where this lesson tends to be most useful in practice.

Hidden toolsDeep-sea huntingSurpriseReachUnusual design

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