99K views · 3K reactions | You've probably heard of cephalopods, but what exactly are they? | Oceana | Facebook

14K views · 704 reactions | Look, a cephalopod! ...but what exactly is a cephalopod, anyway?  撚 October 8th to 12th are recognized as International Cephalopod Awareness Days — a time to celebrate this group of marine animals that includes squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish. Dive in and learn all about cephalopods with our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://oceana.ly/48QnXDR | Oceana | Facebook

3.2K views · 133 reactions | Last week Marine Biologist Jacinta...

304K views · 1.4K reactions | Safely removing cephalopod fossils from the pierre shale without damage is a tedious process that can take all day. Heres a peak at an insanely good baculites grandis mid prep for extraction! | Colorado Geology | Facebook

👻 The ghostly Vulcan Octopus is the only known cephalopod that has adjusted to living it’s life where seawater meets magma YUP— this octopus casually hangs out around 196°F (91°C) toxic underwater volcanos 🌋 ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 😱 Interestingly enough, because of the extreme pressure of the deep ocean, the fluid around hydrothermal vents doesn’t boil. Another interesting observation with this species is its smooth skin— perhaps another deep sea adaptation? ⁣⁣ 😯 Imagine Scientist’s surprise to discover an e