The world’s “oldest octopus” was never an octopus

A famous “oldest octopus” fossil has been exposed as a case of mistaken identity. Advanced imaging revealed hidden teeth showing it was actually related to a nautilus, not an oc...

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ScienceDaily: The world’s “oldest octopus” was never an octopus.

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The world’s “oldest octopus” was never an octopus

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