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Stauroteuthis syrtensis, also known as the glowing sucker octopod, is a species of small pelagic octopus found at great depths in the north Atlantic Ocean. It is one of a very small number of octopuses to exhibit bioluminescence. Stauroteuthis syrtensis is described as "benthopelagic" -- being found in open water, but near the bottom.
