About this episode

Dan and Michael explore the fascinating characteristics and intelligence of octopuses.

Hosts Dan and Michael investigate the curious lives of octopuses: a creature with three hearts, colour-changing skin, and arms that almost think for themselves... Why are octopuses such masters of disguise? Just how smart are they? And what secrets lurk within bodies? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Dan, Michael

Topics covered

• octopuses
• marine biology
• intelligence
• disguise
• animal behavior

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Fun Kids

Books & works: Curious lives of octopuses

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