The veined octopus (sometimes called the coconut octopus) exhibits a curious behavioural adaption of using discarded shells, coconuts and sometimes even man made objects for protection. It is believed this is due to the dangerous open nature of the sandy and muddy habitats the octopus inhabits, leaving itself little protection from passing predators. Whilst being carried, the shells offer no protection and place a requirement on the octopus to use a novel and cumbersome form of locomotion. To ca

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6.6M views · 10K reactions | The coconut octopus is a fascinating cephalopod known for its remarkable use of coconut shells as portable shelters. This intelligent and resourceful species showcases adaptability and problem-solving skills, making it a notable subject in marine biology. 錄 Critter Republic Dive Center  https://critterrepublic.com  info@critterrepublic.com . . . . . #octopus #ocean #marinelife | Critter Hunter | Facebook

Coconut #octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) may get their name from taking shelter in discarded coconut shells, but that doesn’t mean they won’t investigate other items for protective potential. This one’s trying to find out if a glass jar will do the trick. 🐙 | Science Channel

Perhaps the most beautiful camouflage technique, this #octopus appears to 'light up' to escape from predators. | National Geographic Australia

The way octopuses camouflage themselves is seriously fascinating 😮🐙 | LADbible

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