Meet the Newly Discovered Fuzzy Fish Species Named After Mr. Snuffleupagus From 'Sesame Street'
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“Researchers have officially identified a new species of ghost pipefish that features a scruffy, fuzzy appearance. The fish was named after the Sesame Street character Mr. Snuffleupagus because its texture helps it camouflage among floating algae.”
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