Meet the Mimic Octopus, the Ocean’s Extraordinary Master of Disguise
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Summary
The mimic octopus, Thaumoctopus mimicus is a species of octopus that grows up to 60 cm (2 feet) in length and is naturally colored with brown and white stripes and spots. So what's so special about it? Well, imagine being able to turn yourself into a venomous sea snake, a lionfish, or a flatfish whenever the […]
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