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Italian scientists use octopuses to curb blue crab
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 20, 2026 at 2:14 AM ET
Summary: Italian scientists are relying on octopuses to help control blue crab populations after a surge in numbers linked to climate-warmed waters. The piece notes earlier calls for Italy to declare a state of emergency over the blue crab explosion.
WHO: Italian scientists
WHAT: Scientists use octopuses as a biological approach to help keep blue crab populations in check.
WHEN: Aug 20, 2026 at 1:12 AM ET
WHERE: Italy
WHY: Blue crab numbers have exploded, with the increase attributed to climate-warmed waters.
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