# Octopuses Came From Outer Space, Scientists Suggest

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Podcast: [Bright Side Universe](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bright-side-universe-7141660)
Published: 2026-05-09T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/ADME1455169192.mp3?updated=1777963849
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Scientists are throwing around the idea that octopuses might have come from outer space! It's not as wild as it sounds—some researchers propose that their complex genetic makeup and super-smart behavior could be linked to extraterrestrial origins. They're pointing to the possibility that octopus eggs might have hitched a ride to Earth on icy comets billions of years ago, bringing the building blocks of life along with them. While it's still a pretty out-there theory, it's fascinating to consider how these mysterious creatures might have evolved in ways we never imagined. So, who knows? Maybe the next time you're staring into the mesmerizing eyes of an octopus at the aquarium, you're actually glimpsing a visitor from another world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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