Scientists came across a rare dumbo octopus while on a remote exploratory expedition in the deep Pacific Ocean.
It's not a flying elephant with big ears, but there's a sea creature that does share a few features with the beloved Disney character, including its name and its method of transportation.
The animal is known for propelling itself using its"famous ear-shaped fins to find food, then gobble their prey up whole, feasting on a variety of deep sea critters such as copepods, isopods, bristle worms, and amphipods," according to the Ocean Exploration Trust, which captured the animal on video during a livestream.
Another researcher said they were"glad we got to see a live one," as spotting the creature is a rarity due to their deep habitat.
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