The giant Pacific octopus grows bigger and lives longer than any other octopus species. Explore more here: http://www.nationalgeographic.com.au/animals/ | National Geographic Australia

Aquarists like Roxy work with our giant Pacific octopus to help them learn a number of behaviors that reinforce their incredible natural abilities. There’s an added bonus to the time they spend together: A mutual sense of trust is forged between the pair through this process, which allows our staff to provide these intelligent animals with the highest levels of care and welfare. | National Aquarium

A giant Pacific octopus, the largest and longest living octopi species in the world, was rescued near Haystack Rock earlier this month after struggling in the waves and rocky areas along the beach. The crawling creature was first spotted at around 9:30 a.m., June 7, 2023, as the tide was going out between Haystack Rock and the Needles, another nearby rock formation. The person who saw it contacted Haystack Rock Awareness Program who quickly sent a team to return the eight-legged cephalopod back

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