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Science fact of the day: Caribbean Reef Octopuses have reflective skin

Writer: Classic City NewsClassic City News

Caribbean Reef Octopuses occupy reefs and grass beds in the tropical waters of the western Atlantic near the Bahamas and along the northern coast of South America as well as in many parts of the Caribbean.

Their skin is a beautiful blue-green color and is notably reflective. They hunt at night and their reflective skin has been observed by humans with dive lights.


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