Scientists Discover New Blue Mini-Octopus Near Galapagos Islands

Scientists have discovered a new species of golf ball-sized, blue deep-sea octopus near the Galapagos Islands. The discovery marks a significant find for marine biology in the region.

25 May, 01:05 — 25 May, 08:29

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The Galapagos Islands are a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for their unique biodiversity and endemic species. Discoveries like this highlight the vastness of unexplored ocean ecosystems and the potential for new scientific understanding of marine life and evolution.

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France 24High12h ago

'He's tiny! It's blue!': Scientists find new deep-sea octopus

On the ocean floor near the Galapagos Islands, a submersible controlled by scientists came across a mysterious octopus as blue as the ocean and no bigger than a golf ball.

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‘He’s tiny! It’s blue!’: Scientists find new deep-sea octopus - The Straits Times

‘He’s tiny! It’s blue!’: Scientists find new deep-sea octopus The Straits Times

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Daily SabahMixed4h ago

Scientists discover golf ball-sized octopus near Galapagos Islands

On the ocean floor near the Galapagos Islands, a submersible controlled by scientists came across a mysterious octopus as blue as the ocean and no bigger than a golf ball. 'He...

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