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Octopuses Used to Combat Invasive Crabs in Mediterranean

Updated 2026-08-27 14:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Atlantic blue crabs have invaded the Adriatic Sea, posing a threat to local ecosystems and economies. Octopuses are being released as a potential solution.

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Octopuses released into Adriatic Sea to tackle invasive crabs

Atlantic blue crabs have moved into the Mediterranean and Adriatic seas, where they are a problem both for ecosystems and local economies, but octopuses might offer a solution

2026-08-27 14:00 UTC