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Atlantic Pygmy Octopus — printable fact sheet
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Atlantic Pygmy Octopus
Octopus joubini
The Atlantic Pygmy Octopus is a small, secretive cephalopod found in shallow coastal waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, particularly in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. Typically measuring no more than 12 centimeters in arm span, this octopus is renowned for its agility, int…
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- Despite its tiny size, the Atlantic Pygmy Octopus is highly intelligent and has been observed solving simple problems and exploring its environment in captivity.
- The Atlantic Pygmy Octopus can squeeze through crevices as small as a pencil thanks to its soft, boneless body. It is a master escape artist, often evading predators and even aquarists with its intelligence and flexibility. It also uses discarded shells or debris to build shelters for protection.
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