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Scientists discovered this unknown, 'ghost-like' species of octopod off the coast of Hawaii

Mar 8, 2016, 02:17 IST

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released video of what may be a never-before-seen species of octopod. NOAA is exploring the deep-water ecosystems surrounding Hawaii. The creature, nicknamed "Casper" by Twitter users, was discovered during a descent by a remote operated vehicle at a depth of 4,290 feet. 

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