**BREAKING: RAREST LOBSTER IN EXISTENCE MAKES MIRACULOUS RETURN TO LONG ISLAND SOUND AFTER DARING ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK STORE**
In a jaw-dropping, fin-tastic tale of crustacean capers, a lobster so rare it’s only supposed to occur once every 100 million years was plucked from a humble pet store in New York City and returned to its rightful home in the Long Island Sound.
The ultra-rare orange lobster, estimated to be worth a whopping $10 million, was discovered swimming in a tank at “Petey’s Pets” in Manhattan, where it had apparently been living a humble life amidst the guppies and goldfish.
“I couldn’t believe my eyes!” exclaimed store owner, Petey Weinstein. “I mean, who expects to find a lobster that’s literally one-in-a-billion? I thought it was just a regular ol’ lobster, but then I noticed it was… well, ORANGE!”
The lobster, affectionately dubbed “Tangerine Dream” by rescue officials, was scooped up by a team of experts from the Long Island-based “Crustacean Conservation Squad” (CCS).
“We received a tip from a concerned citizen who claimed to have spotted the lobster doing backflips in the tank,” said CCS Director, Jane Smith. “We sprang into action, mobilizing our team of highly trained lobster wranglers to extract the crustacean from its urban jungle.”
After a daring, high-stakes rescue operation involving scuba gear, lobster-sized straitjackets, and a team of marine biologists, Tangerine Dream was transported back to its natural habitat in the Long Island Sound.
“It’s a miracle!” exclaimed Dr. Reginald P. Bottomsworth, a renowned lobster expert. “This lobster was literally born to be free… and orange. We’re thrilled to report that it’s already adjusting well to its new surroundings, much to the delight of local fishermen, who are now fighting over who gets to name it.”
As news of the incredible rescue spread, social media erupted with congratulations and lobster-themed puns. “We’re shell-shocked by this amazing story!” tweeted @LobsterLover3000. “Who knew lobsters could be so… orange-tastic?”
The CCS has announced plans to closely monitor Tangerine Dream’s progress, ensuring that this ultra-rare crustacean continues to thrive in its Long Island Sound home.
In related news, Petey’s Pets has reported a surge in demand for orange-colored aquarium decorations.
