New species of octopus — blue and the size of a golf ball — was just identified by scientists

Good Good Good News·Jun 11

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Scientists have identified a new species of octopus that is blue and small, comparable in size to a golf ball. The species was discovered near the Galápagos Islands, with some reports indicating it was found in deep sea areas, potentially as far down as nearly 6,000 feet. The tiny octopus has been described in various terms, with some characterizing it as cute, alienlike, or resembling a plush toy.

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