Octopus

Octopus are sea animals famous for their rounded bodies, bulging eyes, and eight long arms. They are also incredibly smart sea creatures. Learn more interesting octopus facts including features, family, habitat, diet, reproduction and more with latest news, stories, articles & guides from the team at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium.

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Understand the evolution of colours in animals and watch Veronica the Octopus change colour!

How to make a Blue-ringed octopus clay craft

Get crafty this weekend and make your very own blue-ringed ocotpus out of clay!

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Understand the evolution of colours in animals and watch Veronica the Octopus change colour!

Octopus Lends A Tentacle

Rocky the Octopus lends an arm for construction of all new Jurassic Seas experience

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Awesome Octopus Mums

Octopuses are the sacrifical mums of the sea

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Understand the evolution of colours in animals and watch Veronica the Octopus change colour!

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Get crafty this weekend and make your very own blue-ringed ocotpus out of clay!

Understand the evolution of colours in animals and watch Veronica the Octopus change colour!

Understand the evolution of colours in animals and watch Veronica the Octopus change colour!

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