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Eight Arms, One Heart: Dying Octopus 'Ghost' Spends Final Days Caring for Eggs That Will Never Hatch

The intelligent and charismatic octopus, who grew from 3 pounds to over 50 pounds during her time at the aquarium, has touched the hearts of countless visitors and staff with her playful personality and problem-solving abilities. By Associated Press • 8 hours ago

This photo provided by Aquarium of the Pacific shows Ghost, a giant Pacific octopus, in its habitat at Aquarium of the Pacific on June 6, 2025.

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A dying octopus in a Southern California aquarium is receiving an outflowing of love and well wishes as she spends her final days pouring her last energy into caring for her eggs — even though they will never hatch.

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