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Fascinating Discovery Reveals How Cephalopod Eyes Detect Color

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It turns out cephalopods aren't colorblind. Learn more about how cephalopods see color in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Giant Squid, Giant Eyes ... But Relatively Small Optic Lobe

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A new study examines the optic lobes of giant squids. Read this HowStuffWorks article to learn about giant squid eyes and brains.

The Vampire Squid Doesn't Drink Blood and Isn't a Squid

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You can't tell a book by its cover, and you can't tell a squid by its Nosferatu getup.

The Ultimate Octopus Quiz

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Octopuses are mysterious sea-creatures that always seem to intrigue young children. Octopuses are smarter and more talented than you may think. They even have a unique defense mechanism to protect them against predators. Take this quiz and learn about the mysteries of the octopus.

Why do you have two lungs but only one heart?

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The two lungs-one heart system evolved because that was all we needed to survive. Learn more about the evolution of the two lungs-one heart system.

How Octopuses Work

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The two centimeter male pillow octopus is dwarfed by his six-foot female pillow octopus mate. Learn more about the intriguing octopus.

How can an octopus make itself look like another animal?

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Octopus camouflage is essential to survival in the depths of the ocean. Learn how octopus camouflage wards against predators like sharks and rays.

Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus: The Internet's Favorite Fake

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Sounding like something out of a sci-fi novel, the Pacific Northwest tree octopus has made its way into the hearts of internet users, educators and even conservation enthusiasts for years.

How Squid Work

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Squid have been featured in sailing myths and legends for more than 300 years. Learn about squid, squid anatomy and find out what daily life for a squid is like.

7 Reasons a Cuttlefish May Be Smarter Than You

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A master of camouflage, the cuttlefish can count, gender-bend and use a hidden weapon to outsmart its enemies.

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