Giant Octopus Comes to Smithsonian's National Zoo

From Treehugger:

photo: Meghan Murphy, Smithsonian's National Zoo

While it may seem small now, at only about 3 pounds, this guy will grow to about 13 times its current size. It's the Giant Pacific octopus and the National Zoo welcomed the first one of its kind last month. With an expected arm span of 25 feet, this mega octopus evokes memories of 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea.

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