Uploaded May 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Octopus mothers slam themselves against rocks and eat their own arms before their eggs hatch. Scientists have discovered what leads to the self-destruction. Learn more about the new findings → livescience.com/why-octopus-moms-self-destruct

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