This is Mr. Blobby, a fathead sculpin fish discovered in New Zealand in 2003. Mr. Blobby is now preserved in alcohol and, according to the Australian Museum, he no longer retains his 'cute' look." Mr. Blobby was found during the ten-year Census of Marine Life, which ended this week. National Geographic picked "13 Stunning Photos From the 10-Year Sea Census."
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Mr. Blobby and other animals from the decade Census Of Marine Life
Brain-zapping implants that change mood and lift depression
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Shoot your movie now with this filmmaker's master class
High-def cameras are available to anyone and for much less than they were just a decade ago. Even the phones in our pockets can be used to shoot and edit short films. It’s never been easier to be a filmmaker, providing you have the technique. Enter the Film & Cinematography Mastery Bundle, an online boot […]
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Bring your game idea to life and learn to design from home
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