Did you know that a giant Pacific octopus can have more than 200 suckers per arm? These amazing features help the octopus navigate, anchor itself, and taste/touch items with chemotactile receptors. These important sensors help an octopus to identify which items are prey. Sobela Ocean Aquarium opens September 1! Learn more at https://kansascityzoo.org/aquarium. Video clips by Margo (advanced animal care specialist) and Shea (grounds manager) | Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
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Today is World Octopus Day! At the Zoo, you’ll find the giant Pacific octopus species, which typically measures between 12-16 feet in length. However, there have been records of some reaching nearly 30 feet. These intelligent cephalopods are masters of disguise and have the ability to change texture and tone in order to blend in with their surroundings. Their eight arms have suckers that aid in anchoring, navigating, and even tasting. In this video, you’ll see Angela putting her amazing adaption
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A bucket of snow is making a splash with Angela! In this video, you'll see this giant Pacific octopus exploring the enrichment, which also includes hidden crabs and clams. Ice treats are given regularly for enrichment, and Angela can use her beak to grind pieces and break it down. The water temperature is in the low 50s, so the chilly snow does not melt immediately. The giant Pacific octopus species has the ability to change texture and tone in order to blend in with their surroundings. Their ei
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Octo-motion! When you visit the giant Pacific octopus habitat at Sobela Ocean Aquarium, you’ll meet Charles and Arthur, who will provide a fascinating, up-close look at their species’ adaptations. In this video, you can see their arms moving in an almost dance-like motion. The suckers on the arms aid with everything from navigating to taste/touch! We are thrilled for you to see Charlies and Arthur and other members of the cephalopod family when you visit Sobela Ocean Aquarium, which opens tomorr
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Happy World Octopus Day! A few of Sobela Ocean Aquarium’s most entrancing residents are giant Pacific octopus residents Chuck and Artie, who are known for being masters of disguise. They have the ability to change texture and tone in order to blend in with their surroundings, so you may often find it hard to locate them. The octopus species also has the ability to squeeze its entire body through any hole that is the size of its beak or bigger! Since Artie and Chuck arrived at the Aquarium, it wa
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