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The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus: Real or Fake?

Ever heard of the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus? You might have stumbled upon this bizarre creature online and wondered: Is it real or just another internet hoax? Well, today we're diving deep to debunk the myth behind this so-called "tree-dwelling octopus" and reveal how it became one of the most famous online hoaxes of all time.

In this video, we'll expose:

What the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus really is and where the myth started.
How humor writer Lyle Zapato created this hilarious internet hoax in 1998.
Why it’s a great example of how misinformation spreads online.
The lessons we can learn from the Tree Octopus hoax about critical thinking and fact-checking.
If you’ve ever been curious about this bizarre creature or want to understand how fake news can go viral, this video is for you! 🧐

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