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Octopus Riding Dolphin Linked to Octopus Boom

From Discover Magazine ยท September 4, 2026
Octopus Riding Dolphin Linked to Octopus Boom

A recent photograph of an octopus clinging to a Risso's dolphin has sparked interest in the largest octopus bloom in southwest England in 75 years. Scientists are studying this phenomenon to understand the reasons behind the increase in octopus populations. This discovery is exciting and shows how interconnected marine life can be.

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