octopus
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A 300‑million‑year‑old fossil, previously thought to be the remains of the world's oldest octopus, has been identified as a different animal.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
A well-known 300-million-year-old fossil once believed to be the oldest octopus ever discovered has been reclassified after new analysis revealed it is something entirely different.
From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026
The giant Pacific octopus lives throughout the Pacific, from the coasts of Southern California to Japan.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
"It's been business as usual for us, we stay calm," said the smiling waitress, an octopus tattoo curling up her forearm.
From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026
This octopus is so ugly, it is a bit simpático.
From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads
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Marine Biology - Introductory
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