Sandstone caves in Egypt hold the most ancient depictions of mermaids. Human creatures with tails, hunting with spears and nets are depicted on the cave walls.
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Mermaids swimming through the deep ocean.
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The mother holds her new born out of the water as it takes its first breath.
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The mermaids migrate with the whales from warm southern waters to the northern feeding grounds.
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The mermaids are not alone in the open ocean; they have created a bond with the dolphins.
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The mermaid dives deep into the ocean to hunt for prey with a spear.
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The pod is traveling with their young, not aware of the shark heading their way.
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After hearing a warning call from the other mermaid, a mother and her young look to the mermaid in the distance. A massive shark is lurking nearby.
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