A remarkable video showcasing the discovery of an exceptionally rare blue lobster caught by a fisherman in the United States has taken the internet by storm. The Maine fisherman, identified as Blake Haass, referred to this exquisite crustacean as the “prettiest blue and white ever seen.” The captivating video first emerged on TikTok before spreading to various other social media platforms, leaving viewers astounded by the lobster’s stunning hue.
According to reports from Newsweek, Blake Haass proudly shared not just one, but two clips of his extraordinary catch. In these videos, he can be seen excitedly discussing the blue lobster and its rarity, exclaiming, “Check out what we just caught in this trap, we got a blue lobster. I looked it up, it’s 1 in 2 million, of how rare these are.”
The video quickly gained traction on Twitter as well. Since being posted on Thursday, the video of the exceptionally rare blue lobster has amassed over 1 million views, garnered 65,100 likes, received 5,623 retweets, and accumulated numerous positive reactions.
In an interview with Newsweek, Mr. Haass expressed his awe at the lobster’s extraordinary coloration, saying, “I have never seen a blue lobster this bright of a blue or as pretty. We might see a lobster once in a while with a slight tint of blue on a claw or tail maybe, but that’s it. This is the first one I have ever seen this blue all over! And such a beautiful blue.”
He also expressed his hope of encountering another blue lobster in the future, although he acknowledged their extreme rarity. “I hope I find another blue lobster again, but they are so rare you only hear of one being caught once in a great while across the state of Maine,” he added.
Mr. Haass further shared that the lobster was around 10 years old and underscored his desire to release it back into the ocean. He considers himself fortunate to have had the opportunity to catch such a unique and beautiful creature.
The video’s presence on Twitter prompted a flurry of comments from users. One comment highlighted the rarity of lobsters with such vibrant blue coloring, describing them as a “1 in 2 million find.” Another user marveled at the lobster’s hue, likening it to a carefully applied coat of paint.
The discovery of this “one in two million” blue lobster serves as a testament to the incredible diversity and beauty that can be found within the natural world, captivating the hearts and minds of people across the internet.
