‘One in a million’: Fisherman finds blue lobster, shares pics. Images go viral
“One in a million chances they say,” reads the caption shared along with the pictures.
Published on: Sep 5, 2021, 10:17:22 IST
By Trisha Sengupta
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Ricky Greenhowe, a 47-year-old fisherman from Scotland was in for a surprise when he hauled in his catch for the day. It’s because, amid the fishes, he discovered a rare blue lobster. He also took to Facebook to share pictures about this incredible find and they have now mesmerised people.
The image shows a blue lobster. (Facebook/Ricky Greenhowe)
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“One in a million chances they say,” reads the caption shared along with the pictures. The images show the blue-coloured lobster sitting among his other catches.
Turns out, after catching the rare creature, Greenhowe pinched himself to make sure that he isn’t dreaming, reports the BBC. “I will phone Macduff Aquarium to see if they want it, if not I will put him back. It's so rare, it would be a shame to put it in a pot,” he told the BBC.
Take a look at the post:
Since being shared, it has gathered various kinds of comments. “Super,” wrote a Facebook user. “An interesting one Ricky. Well done,” expressed another.
The colour of the blue lobsters is caused due to a genetic abnormality that makes them produce a certain type of protein more than others, reports the BBC.
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience.
Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.
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