The visually arresting and often misunderstood octopus has long captured popular imagination. From the molluscan ancestry of octopus to its ingenious anatomy, amazing mating and predatory behaviors, and other-worldly relatives, this title takes readers through the life cycle, uncovering the details of distinctive octopus personalities.
A natural history of the octopus, featuring personal narratives, underwater research, and closeup photography that details mating and predatory behaviors, intelligence, and problem-solving abilities.
“A fascinating natural history of some of the ocean’s most intriguing creatures.” —Farm and Dairy
“With personal narratives, underwater research, stunning closeup photography, and thoughtful guidance for keeping octopuses in captivity, this book is the first comprehensive natural history of this smart denizen of the sea. For anyone with an interest in octopodes.” —ScienceBlogs.com
“Reveals the uncanny smarts and elegant adaptations of these eight-armed wonders.” —Science News
“Provides an excellent nature history of the octopus, pairing lovely photos with the insights of three leading marine biologists.” —Bookwatch