Someone Posted an Instagram Selfie. Scientists Spotted a Giant New Species in the Background

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Sometimes, scientific discoveries can come from the most unexpected sources.

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  • Reported by Gizmodo and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:00:46 UTC.

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