Researchers studying a deep-sea octopus called Muusoctopus robustus have found thousands of the animals congregating at hydrothermal springs near an underwater mountain off California, raising fresh ...

Scientists have discovered at least four new species of octopus in the deep waters of a 100-square-mile area near Costa Rica, officials from the Schmidt Ocean Institute said on Tuesday. An ...

The blanket octopus uses venomous man o’ war tentacles as weapons, doubling its reach and surviving in the open ocean.

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The dumbo octopus is an adorable little octopus that gets its name from their Dumbo-like ears. Read here to learn more.

Researchers recently spotted a rare "Dumbo" octopus during a deep sea expedition in the North Pacific Ocean. The scientists noticed the rare sea creature on Sept. 13 while exploring the ocean floor at ...

A rare and adorable octopus has been spotted during a livestream from a deep-sea expedition, delighting the researchers. The creature, known as a dumbo octopus, was caught on camera during an ...

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