physical charcateristics
How many arms do octopuses have?
eight
Where do octopuses live
The ocean
what can octopuses eat?
fish, crabs and shrimp
What ability do octopuses have that shows they are very smart
solve puzzles
What covers the arms of octopuses and helps them grab things
suction cups
Where do octopuses often hide to stay safe from predators
Small caves or rocks
What do octopuses use to catch their food
arms and suction cups
What can octopuses do with their arms and suction cups to get to food inside jars
open jars
What ability do octopuses have that allows them to turn red, blue, yellow, or blend in with rocks and plants
changing color
Where do octopuses often hide to stay safe from predators
Under rocks and seaweed
What do octopuses use to break open the shells of crabs and snails?
their beak
What do octopuses do when they feel threatened to hide and escape from danger
Release dark ink
What do octopuses have that helps them see in the dark, deep ocean
big eyes
Where can octopuses be found
in all oceans, from warm tropical waters to cold Arctic seas
What ability do octopuses use to surprise their prey
change color
What ability do octopuses have to change their skin texture to look like rocks, coral, or sand
change color
What allows octopuses to squeeze through very small spaces
they have no bones
Can octopuses live near the shore?
yes