From the octopus that walks on land to another that grows its own ‘lifejacket’, discover these unusual species ...

Octopuses break so many biological expectations that scientists still struggle to explain how they ended up this way through normal evolution. From how their brains work to how their bodies heal, ...

The blanket octopus uses venomous man o’ war tentacles as weapons, doubling its reach and surviving in the open ocean.

Did you know octopuses are highly intelligent animals with the ability to problem-solve complex puzzles – and even change color? They have three hearts and blue blood, helping them survive in deep ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. These five research-backed insights show why the octopus ...

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Octopuses are some of the most amazing creatures of the ocean. They are smart, flexible, and can change colour to hide from their predators. While many octopuses are small, some species can grow to ...

Karma, a giant Pacific Octopus at New England Aquarium. Source: Tia Strombeck, used with permission. Octopuses are amazing animals. They're extremely intelligent and highly emotional, sentient, ...