Octopus Mimicry

An Atlantic longarmed octopus has been videotaped mimicking a flounder.

Hexapus Captured

An octopus caught off north Wales has only six legs, rather than the standard eight. It appears to be the result of a birth defect. He will be displayed at the Anglesey Sea Zoo. (News source.)

An Octopus and Its Toy

A UK aquarium has a giant Pacific octopus who loves his Mr. Potato Head. A Christmas gift, the toy is a big hit; the octopus seems fascinated with it, and turns aggressive whenever staff tries to remove it. (News source.)