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A clever octopus disguises itself as a flounder to avoid predators.

An octopus that uses coconut shells as portable armor is the latest addition to a growing list of animals that use tools.

Contrary to what was known, all octopuses are venomous.

Controlled muscle contractions allow an octopus to form quasi-joints similar to a human's.

Thrown together with a mate, this octopus surprises researchers with its caring.