7 episodes
Cephalopodcast Megan Madsen
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- Kids & Family
This is a podcast about cephalopods. Cephalopods are mollusks of the sea. Those are: octopuses, squid, cuttlefish, and nautiluses. Remember to tuna in! And keep an eye out for Cephalopods in the news, where you can learn about important cephalopods, like Inky the octopus who escaped from a New Zealand aquarium, or Otto the octopus who caused a power outage in an aquarium.
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Greetings, earthling? Why cephalopods are alien-like
Cephalopods are very strange — but why? You can find even that out here! Also, learn about cephalopod ancestors. Also, in Cephalopods in the news, learn about how octopuses are being studied for artificial limb research.
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Pen or Pure? Why squid and octopuses have ink
Octopuses and squid can spray ink, but why? You can find out here! Also learn about other features of the ink sac and gland. Also, in Cephalopods in the news, learn about Heidi the octopus, who changed colors in her sleep.
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Sticky situation! Why squid have suckers on their arms
Squid have suction cups on their arms. But why is that so? Find out here! Also learn more about their tentacles and why they are so reliable. Also, in Cephalopods in the news, learn about a bioluminescent squid.
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Inside out! Why squid are soft-bodied
All cephalopods, especially squid, are soft-bodied. They also have hard insides. But why? Find out! You can also learn about exterior and interior features of the squid. Also, in Cephalopods in the news, learn about a giant squid that was captured on camera.
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Tentacles have minds of their own! Why octopuses have 9 brains
Existent monsters! Some octopuses have 9 brains, but why? Well, you can find out here! You can also learn about the octopus nervous system and senses. Also, in Cephalopods in the news, learn about Otto the octopus, who caused a power outage in an aquarium.
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King of hearts! Why octopuses have 3 hearts
The alien! Ever wanted to know why octopuses have 3 hearts? Well, you can find out here! You can also learn about other features of octopus health and bodies. Also, in the brand-new Cephalopods in the news, learn about Inky the octopus, who escaped from a New Zealand aquarium.