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Thursday, April 18, 2024

“Secrets of the Octopus”


With some scientists believing they are a form of extraterrestrial life,  producer James Cameron’s new documentary TV miniseries “Secrets of the Octopus”, narrated by Paul Rudd, reveals one of the strangest living creatures on Earth,  streaming April 21, 2024 on National Geographic:


“…in every ocean, just beyond our shores, lives an animal with characteristics we think of as ‘human’ – intelligent, social, curious, gentle, and fierce. 


“They build cities, use tools, and collaborate with other species to hunt. They have personalities – some are bold, while others shy. These animals can change their skin colour, texture, and body shape in a blink of an eye and see in wavelengths beyond our vision. 
 

“Recent studies reveal octopuses’ consciousness, sophisticated decision-making, and unique personalities. On tropical reefs, in frigid waters, from the shoreline to the deep sea and everywhere in between, the octopus have made a home…


Episodes include :


"Secrets of the Octopus: Shapeshifters”
Whether transforming their body shape and color to disappear or mimicking their deadliest enemy, the octopus uses shapeshifting superpowers to survive. 


“Secrets of the Octopus: Masterminds”
Deeply curious, strategic, and super smart – the octopus is one of nature’s ultimate problem solvers. 


“Secrets of the Octopus: Social Networkers”
The octopus was thought to be nature’s ultimate loner – now its secret social life is revealed.”


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