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Author : Beth Blaxland
Publisher : Chelsea Clubhouse
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0791069923
Defines cephalopods, such as blue-ringed octopuses and giant squids, and describes their physical characteristics, life cycles, habitats, senses, food, and means of self-defense.
Author : Danna Staaf
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691244303
An engaging and beautifully illustrated introduction to some of the world’s most interesting and charismatic marine creatures Dive deep into the fascinating world of cephalopods—octopuses, squid, cuttlefish, and the mysterious nautilus—to discover the astonishing diversity of this unique group of intelligent invertebrates and their many roles in the marine ecosystem. Organized by marine habitat, this book features an extraordinary range of these clever and colorful creatures from around the world and explores their life cycles, behavior, adaptations, ecology, links to humans, and much more. With stunning photographs and illustrations as well as profiles of selected species, The Lives of Octopuses and Their Relatives is a comprehensive, authoritative, and inviting introduction to the natural history of these charismatic creatures.
Author : Beth Blaxland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Cephalopoda
ISBN : 0732981085
Describes cephalopods, such as octopuses, squids, cuttlefishes and nautiluses, and describes their physical characteristics, life cycles, habitats, senses, food, and means of self-defence. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Author : Danna Staaf
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-09-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691252339
An engaging and beautifully illustrated introduction to some of the world’s most interesting and charismatic marine creatures Dive deep into the fascinating world of cephalopods—octopuses, squid, cuttlefish, and the mysterious nautilus—to discover the astonishing diversity of this unique group of intelligent invertebrates and their many roles in the marine ecosystem. Organized by marine habitat, this book features an extraordinary range of these clever and colorful creatures from around the world and explores their life cycles, behavior, adaptations, ecology, links to humans, and much more. With stunning photographs and illustrations as well as profiles of selected species, The Lives of Octopuses and Their Relatives is a comprehensive, authoritative, and inviting introduction to the natural history of these charismatic creatures.
Author : Roger Hanlon,Mike Vecchione,Louise Allcock
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2018-10-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226459738
“Cephalopods are often misunderstood creatures. Three biologists set the record straight on the behaviors and evolution of these invertebrates of the sea.” —Science News Largely shell-less relatives of clams and snails, the marine mollusks in the class Cephalopoda—Greek for “head-foot” —are colorful creatures of many-armed dexterity, often inky self-defense, and highly evolved cognition. They are capable of learning, of retaining information—and of rapid decision-making to avoid predators and find prey. They have eyes and senses rivaling those of vertebrates like birds and fishes, they morph texture and body shape, and they change color faster than a chameleon. In short, they captivate us. From the long-armed mimic octopus—able to imitate the appearance of swimming flounders and soles—to the aptly named flamboyant cuttlefish, whose undulating waves of color rival the graphic displays of any LCD screen, there are more than seven hundred species of cephalopod. Featuring a selection of species profiles, Octopus, Squid, and Cuttlefish reveals the evolution, anatomy, life history, behaviors, and relationships of these spellbinding animals. Their existence proves that intelligence can develop in very different ways: not only are cephalopods unusually large-brained invertebrates, they also carry two-thirds of their neurons in their arms. A treasure trove of scientific fact and visual explanation, this worldwide illustrated guide to cephalopods offers a comprehensive review of these fascinating and mysterious underwater invertebrates—from the lone hunting of the octopus, to the social squid, and the prismatic skin signaling of the cuttlefish. “After reading about the cephalopods’ abilities and behaviors, as well as their potential for advancing our lives, readers might think twice before ordering their next calamari appetizer.” —American Scientist
Author : James Martin
Publisher : Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0517591499
Introduces the defense mechanisms, reproduction, and other characteristics of such cephalopods as the octopus, squid, nautilus, and cuttlefish.
Author : Danna Staaf
Publisher : University Press of New England
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781512601282
Before there were mammals on land, there were dinosaurs. And before there were fish in the sea, there were cephalopods-the ancestors of modern squid and Earth's first truly substantial animals. Cephalopods became the first creatures to rise from the seafloor, essentially inventing the act of swimming. With dozens of tentacles and formidable shells, they presided over an undersea empire for millions of years. But when fish evolved jaws, the ocean's former top predator became its most delicious snack. Cephalopods had to step up their game. Many species streamlined their shells and added defensive spines, but these enhancements only provided a brief advantage. Some cephalopods then abandoned the shell entirely, which opened the gates to a flood of evolutionary innovations: masterful camouflage, fin-supplemented jet propulsion, perhaps even dolphin-like intelligence. Squid Empire is an epic adventure spanning hundreds of millions of years, from the marine life of the primordial ocean to the calamari on tonight's menu. Anyone who enjoys the undersea world-along with all those obsessed with things prehistoric-will be interested in the sometimes enormous, often bizarre creatures that ruled the seas long before the first dinosaurs.
Author : Mary Jo Rhodes
Publisher : Children's Press(CT)
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0516243942
Examines the octopus and squid, their behavior, physical appearance, predators and prey.
Author : Mark Norman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Cephalopoda
ISBN : UCSD:31822028757730
Author : Roger T. Hanlon,John B. Messenger
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 383 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-03-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521897853
A fully updated overview of the causation, function, development and evolution of cephalopod behaviour, richly illustrated in full colour.
Author : PETER. GODFREY-SMITH
Publisher : William Collins
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-13
Category : Animal communication
ISBN : 0008485151
Introducing the Collins Modern Classics, a series featuring some of the most significant books of recent times, books that shed light on the human experience - classics which will endure for generations to come.
Author : David Scheel
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2023-06-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781324020707
“Mind-blowing and soul-expanding.” —Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus A behavioral ecologist’s riveting account of his decades-long obsession with octopuses: his discoveries, adventures, and new scientific understanding of their behaviors. Of all the creatures of the deep blue, none is as captivating as the octopus. In Many Things Under a Rock, marine biologist David Scheel investigates four major mysteries about these elusive beings. How can we study an animal with perfect camouflage and secretive habitats? How does a soft and boneless creature defeat sharks and eels, while thriving as a predator of the most heavily armored animals in the sea? How do octopus bodies work? And how does a solitary animal form friendships, entice mates, and outwit rivals? Over the course of his twenty-five years studying octopuses, Scheel has witnessed a sea change in what we know and are able to discover about octopus physiology and behavior—even an octopus’s inner life. Here he explores amazing new scientific developments, weaving accounts of his own research, and surprising encounters, with stories and legends of Indigenous peoples that illuminate our relationship with these creatures across centuries. In doing so, he reveals a deep affinity between humans and even the most unusual and unique undersea dwellers. Octopuses are complex, emotional, and cognitive beings; even as Scheel unearths explanations for the key mysteries that have driven his work, he turns up many more things of wonder that lurk underneath. This is the story of what we have learned and what we are still learning about the natural history and wondrous lives of these animals with whom we share our blue planet.
Author : Michele Spirn
Publisher : Bearport Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2006-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781597162500
Describes how octopuses use their intelligence to find food and stay safe.
Author : Rachel Smith,John Davidson
Publisher : Mendon Cottage Books
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2015-05-16
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781310661198
Table of Contents Introduction What are octopuses? How do octopuses live? What do octopuses eat? Where do octopuses live? Cirrina versus Incirrina Blue-ringed octopuses Common octopus Mimic octopus Giant Pacific octopus Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction The octopus has long fascinated the human mind. They and their relatives are called 'cephalopods' which literally means 'head-foot' in Ancient Greek. The octopus has appeared on several vases and other items in Ancient Greek artifacts. The Ainu people (who are a minority in Japan) have a great octopus , called Akkorokamui, which is said to be bright red and possibly glowing. This creature has been made a minor god in Shintoism, and is worshiped by some Japanese people. A more modern octopus was an octopus named Paul. People believed he could predict soccer tournaments, and he was highly prized. He died a little while back. Lastly, the Hawaiian people's creation myth involves the octopus: they say that the world has been remade several times, and since the last time, only the octopus survived from the old world, an alien among newer creations. The octopus inspires interest wherever it is. Soon, you will see why this creature is so amazing.
Author : Henry Lee
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1875
Category : Ocean
ISBN : HARVARD:32044106217060
