Coastal waters in Devon and Cornwall last year experienced a spectacular rise in common octopus numbers, delighting local fishers and marine enthusiasts. The rare surge reflects a shifting marine ecosystem, where these intelligent creatures are reclaiming their historic territory, bringing an unexpected boost to local biodiversity and ocean life.
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Octopus populations explode along south-west coast of UK

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Coastal waters in Devon and Cornwall last year experienced a spectacular rise in common octopus numbers, delighting local fishers and marine enthusiasts. The rare surge reflects a shifting marine ecosystem, where these intelligent creatures are reclaiming their historic territory, bringing an unexpected boost to local biodiversity and ocean life.

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