This is in the L.A. area


Deep-Sea Pacific Footballfish, Typically Found At Depths Of More Than 3,000 Feet, Washes Up On Crystal Cove Beach

The 18-inch anglerfish was identified as a deep-sea Pacific Footballfish, which are normally found at depths of more than 3,000 feet below the surface. It’s not rare, as it’s one of more than 300 living species of anglerfish around the world, but Davey’s Locker says it’s extremely rare to see one intact along a beach in Southern California.

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Here's another article about it. This one also mentions 8 dead whales washing up in the San Fran area in the past month, which I wasn't even aware of.

Fukushima radiation or sign of the next big earthquake? After 8 whales, another deep sea fish washes up on Southern California beach
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