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Stingray that went viral after mysterious pregnancy dies, aquarium says
Charlotte, a stingray who became famous earlier this year after the mysterious discovery she was pregnant, has died weeks after tests showed she was suffering from a rare reproductive disease, according to a North Carolina aquarium.
The Aquarium & Shark Lab by Team ECCO said in February that Charlotte was carrying three or four pups, even though she’d been living in a tank without any male stingrays. She lived in the tank with two “very young male sharks,” and some believed she was impregnated by one of the sharks. Charlotte had several bite marks on her, and sharks bite when they mate.
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Experts later said she’d likely become pregnant through parthenogenesis, also known as asexual reproduction. The rare phenomenon can also happen with sharks, lizards and snakes.
Charlotte’s pregnancy made national news — it even made it onto “Saturday Night Live.”
The aquarium thought Charlotte would give birth around late February, but she never delivered any pups. In late May, it was announced that she had an unnamed disease that had “negatively impacted her reproductive system.”
“The findings are truly a sad and unexpected medical development,” her care team said at the time.
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On June 5, the aquarium confirmed Charlotte was no longer pregnant because of her reproductive disease. Though sick, she was in stable condition and showed no decrease in appetite or activity.
“Charlotte continues to be in her normal routine and content,” the aquarium said in a social media post.
The North Carolina aquarium was temporarily closed on Monday following Charlotte’s Sunday death.
“We are continuing to work with her medical care team and research specialist,” the aquarium said in a social media post. “The Team ECCO family appreciates your continued love and support while we navigate this great loss.”
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How to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions game today: Livestream options, more
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It will be the Jacksonville Jaguars against the Detroit Lions in a game today. The game will be played at Ford Field in Detroit. The Jaguars will be looking to snap a three-game losing streak, coming into the game with a record of just 2-8. The Lions, meanwhile, have just lost once so far this season for an overall resume of 8-1. Their single loss this season was to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in September.
Keep reading to find out how and when to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions game today, even if you don’t have cable.
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How and when to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions game today
The Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions game will be played on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). The NFL football game will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions game without cable
While CBS is available with many basic cable packages, you don’t need to worry if you don’t have access. Whether you have cable or have completely cut the cord, the game will be available with a variety of other options. Just note that the below streaming options will require the use of an internet provider:
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With Paramount+ you’ll have multiple viewing options to choose from. You can catch NFL games on the Paramount+ Essential tier for just $7.99 each month or you can watch college football with a Paramount+ with Showtime subscription for $12.99 monthly. In addition to live streams of NFL games airing on CBS, you’ll get to watch additional live sporting events including NCAA college football, PGA Tour golf, soccer and more.
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Amazon Prime Video: Add Paramount+ to your existing subscription
Already have an Amazon Prime Video account? Simply add Paramount+ to your current subscription to watch all the CBS-aired NFL games in addition to Paramount+ originals. The same prices from above apply, depending on which tier you choose. Not sure which is best for you? Don’t worry. Both options come with a free seven-day trial that can help you decide.
Watch the Jaguars-Lions game on Amazon Prime Video.
Fubo: Watch the Jaguars-Lions game for free
If you’re looking for an inexpensive way to watch a variety of football games, Fubo could be the best way to do so. The live TV streamer is currently offering a seven-day free trial and $30 off of your first month’s subscription. Once subscribed, you’ll gain access to all of their live sporting events immediately. And there will be a lot to choose from. Not only does Fubo come with access to NFL games airing on your local CBS channel, it also includes Fox Sunday NFC games, “Sunday Night Football” on NBC, “Monday Night Football” on ABC and ESPN and all of the games that air on the NFL Network. So don’t wait.
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