WATCH: Scientists discover dozens of new species in the Pacific

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ABC News. (2026, September 7). WATCH: Scientists discover dozens of new species in the Pacific. ABC News (US). https://abcnews.com/video/136250331/

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Scientists from unknown institutions have discovered dozens of new species in the Pacific Ocean, but no specific details about the discovery are provided. The article does not report any key numbers, such as the exact number of new species or where they were found. ABC News journalist Danny New takes a deep dive into ultra-rare creatures found in the Pacific Ocean, but the content and specifics of his investigation are not described. The discovery was reported on September 7, 2026.
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Scientists with ABC News discovered dozens of new species in the Pacific Ocean, a breakthrough announced on September 7, 2026. The discovery was highlighted by an ABC News video featuring Danny New, who explored the ultra-rare creatures found in the Pacific. However, I couldn't find any further information about the number of new species discovered or specific details about what they are.

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Scientists discover dozens of new species in the Pacific ABC News' Danny New takes a deep dive into ultra-rare creatures found in the Pacific Ocean.
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Scientists discover dozens of new species in the Pacific ABC News' Danny New takes a deep dive into ultra-rare creatures found in the Pacific Ocean. asserted
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