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Tiny Blue Octopus 'the Size of a Golf Ball' Discovered Near the Galápagos Islands

A tiny bright-blue octopus discovered about 6,000 feet beneath the ocean's surface near the Galápagos Islands is officially a brand-new species.

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Scientists discovered a new type of octopus. It's bright blue and the size of a golf ball

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Strange new species of blue octopus discovered by scientists 5,900 feet underwater: "It's beautiful"

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The size of a golf ball: Tiny blue octopus discovered nearly 6,000 feet deep in Galápagos

Researchers exploring the deep-sea environment around the Galápagos Islands have identified a previously undescribed octopus species, notable for its vivid blue coloration and unusually small body siz...

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Tiny blue deep-sea octopus discovered near Galapagos confirmed as new species

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Tiny blue octopus discovered in the Galápagos Islands

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Tiny alien-like blue octopus discovered lurking off the Galapagos Islands

A golf ball-size octopus found on the deep seafloor off the Galápagos Islands is an entirely new species, scientists just announced. In July of 2015, during a 10-day expedition in the Pacific Ocean, researchers aboard the E/V Nautilus launched a robotic sub called Hercules just off the coast of Darwin Island,

The Galapagos Islands: Learning to care for it, just like the locals

A trio of sea lions frolicked in front of us as we snorkeled on the coast of the Galapagos Islands. A sea turtle glided by a few meters from us, unfazed by our presence. A school of orange and silver parrotfish swam below us,

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12 Best Things to Do in the Galapagos Islands

Xavier Castro is a writer who works at the Galapagos Conservancy, where he dedicates himself to educating the public about the Galapagos Islands' unique ecosystems. Consult his tips and favorite things to do before planning your trip.