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+ | The '''Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus''' is said to be an endangered species of cephalopod was given the Latin name ''Octopus paxarbolislolo'' (which roughly means, "Pacific tree octopus" in Latin). It was purported to be able to live both on land and in water, and was said to live in the Olympic National Forest and nearby rivers, spawning in water where its eggs are laid. Its major predator was said to be the [[Sasquatch]]. |
| + | The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus website is among a number of sites commonly used in Internet literacy classes in schools, although it was not created for that purpose. Despite the falsehoods shown on the site, such as the inclusion of other hoax species and organizations (mixed with links to pages about real species and organizations), all 25 seventh-grade students involved in one well-publicized test believed the content. |
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| ⚫ | The tree octopus population is under great pressure from the encroachments of the modern world: logging, roads, pollution, and |
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| ⚫ | Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus was said to live high in the trees of Washington State's Olympic National Forest and spend their early lives in the water of Puget Sound, but as they mature they move upwards, adopting an arboreal existence. They use their eight arms to swing from branch to branch, as well as to grab small prey such as insects and frogs. During their mating season they return to the water, but soon after resume their life in the forest. |
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| − | As outrageous as it sounds, recent studies have shown that it may even be linked to ISIS. The terrorists collect the film of the tree octopus that allow it to to retract water easily and sell it through terrorist black markets. After this happens the octopi cannot make it back to the canals where they breed and are left to die. Activist groups continue to try to stop this and keep the endangered animal from further harm. For any further questions or concerns please call 814-592-6980. It is a real, working number and would be happy to give information about the beautiful organism known as the '''Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus. this fake u read this for nothing!!! kappa 😂 Your so stupid''' |
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| ⚫ | The tree octopus population is claimed to be under great pressure from the encroachments of the modern world: logging, roads, pollution, and overhunting by trappers eager to sell the octopuses as ornamental decorations. As a result, the species is close to extinction. The Save the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus organization has long been attempting to raise awareness of this animal and its plight. They urge concerned citizens to write to their congressional representative about this problem.The tree octopus is 33cm in length 6ft in diameter. |
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| − | Dr. Rohrbacker, otherwise known as Phillip Turner by his acquaintances, has been studying Tree Octopi at the University of Texas for 11 years. He has discovered many breakthrough facts about the species and its native habitat. He travels across the United States as well as some parts of Canada and Europe spreading word and raising awareness for the endangered organism that is isolated to one specific part of the globe, and is not commonly seen. He started the non-profit group that funds tree octopus populations and keeps the species thriving RETARDED FAT SKUNK<gallery> |
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| + | The Tree Octopus is actually an Internet hoax created in 1998 by Lyle Zapato. This fictitious entity appeared in Billschannel video where it was proven to be fake. |
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Revision as of 13:37, 15 August 2019
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"'Feejee Mermaid' has become the generic term for the many fake mermaids that can be found around the world..."
This article contains information relating to a hoax. According to Cambridge dictionary a hoax is "a plan to deceive a large group of people; a trick." |
The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus is said to be an endangered species of cephalopod was given the Latin name Octopus paxarbolislolo (which roughly means, "Pacific tree octopus" in Latin). It was purported to be able to live both on land and in water, and was said to live in the Olympic National Forest and nearby rivers, spawning in water where its eggs are laid. Its major predator was said to be the Sasquatch.
The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus website is among a number of sites commonly used in Internet literacy classes in schools, although it was not created for that purpose. Despite the falsehoods shown on the site, such as the inclusion of other hoax species and organizations (mixed with links to pages about real species and organizations), all 25 seventh-grade students involved in one well-publicized test believed the content.
Description
Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus was said to live high in the trees of Washington State's Olympic National Forest and spend their early lives in the water of Puget Sound, but as they mature they move upwards, adopting an arboreal existence. They use their eight arms to swing from branch to branch, as well as to grab small prey such as insects and frogs. During their mating season they return to the water, but soon after resume their life in the forest.
Population
The tree octopus population is claimed to be under great pressure from the encroachments of the modern world: logging, roads, pollution, and overhunting by trappers eager to sell the octopuses as ornamental decorations. As a result, the species is close to extinction. The Save the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus organization has long been attempting to raise awareness of this animal and its plight. They urge concerned citizens to write to their congressional representative about this problem.The tree octopus is 33cm in length 6ft in diameter.
Hoax
The Tree Octopus is actually an Internet hoax created in 1998 by Lyle Zapato. This fictitious entity appeared in Billschannel video where it was proven to be fake.
Gallery
