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Meet Casper, the rare ghost lobster now part of university research

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A rare ghost lobster named Casper has been placed on display and is now part of university research in Maine. The institution is studying the genetics behind the diverse color variations found in lobsters.

Casper represents what is considered the rarest lobster color to exist. The acquisition provides researchers with a unique specimen to further their ongoing genetic studies on crustacean coloration.

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Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

wtae.com Focuses primarily on the public exhibition of the rare animal.
WESH 2 (Orlando, US) Highlights the university research and the extreme rarity of the lobster's color.
Read the full story at the source WESH 2 (Orlando, US) · US
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