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Octopi Change Color When Asleep

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A marine biology group witnessed something amazing: they observed that an octopus can change color even while asleep. Read along to watch the video.

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Rare discovery octopus color change when its asleep. Image via Betty Wills (Atsme), CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

In the depths of the ocean, an animal that has captivated scientists, poets, and storytellers for hundreds of years lies hidden. An octopus is able to adjust easily and change its appearance in order to blend into its surroundings.

The Art of Octopus Camouflage

Living in the ocean for an octopus can be difficult. Making one move can put an octopus’s life at risk. They have created a shield for themselves called camouflage.

Octopuses have unique skin cells, which change color immediately to match their surroundings. This wonderful capability assists them in escaping predators and stalking prey.

Hidden World of Ocean Camouflage
Octopuses are masters of camouflage. Image via Depositphotos.

Deciphering the Sleep-Color Connection

After marine biologists and researchers saw the video, they became eager to learn more about the discovery why, even after being asleep, the octopus still changes colors.

Researchers are extensively investigating the mysterious discovery and are looking forward to revealing all the details of this rare sight.

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A image of a common Octopus. Image via Emanuele Santarelli, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Evolutionary Advantage

Since octopus have the advantage of changing color during the night, this might also benefit them in their development.”

Making the best of your surroundings is essential, especially when navigating the vast ocean.

Since octopus can blend into their surroundings, they are able to avoid predators and other dangers at night.

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Octopus asleep. Image by Jade flesher via Pexels

Unlocking the Mysteries of Octopus Intelligence

This video also shows us that octopus are unbelievably smart creatures. They are known for their amazing problem-solving skills they are also capable of using tools as well as recognizing a human face.

It makes us ask oneself : What other secrets lie hidden within the minds of these mysterious. creatures?

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Octopus crawling along the oceans floor. Image via Pexels

Footage

In this astonishing video of an octopus that color changes while it sleep is evidence of the wonders of nature. Scientists are working towards finding answers and comprehending this extraordinary event that took place.

Therefore, let us take a good look at the video as a reminder of the boundless, incomprehensible things that lie beneath the seas.

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“Octopus Dreaming” Source: YouTube, Uploaded: Nature on PBS.
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