Tag: Octopus
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What is the Plural of Octopus?
It’s time to settle a debate. One of the most fun creatures to see in the tide pools is an octopus. I’ve even seen two octopi (or octopuses?) nestled together. But what do you call multiple of these animals? Before we begin, I should say that both of the above terms are acceptable, and even…
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Tide Pooling at Night—The Complete Guide
Tide pooling at night is an essential skill for an avid tide pooler. If you’re determined to find more— and more unusual— tide pool animals then you must be comfortable visiting the tide pools in the dark, often once the sun has gone down or early in the morning before dawn. While tide pooling in…
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7 Animals You Didn’t Know You Could Find at the Tide Pools
When most people think of the tide pools, animals like anemones, crabs, sea stars, and sea urchins come to mind. And rightly so! These animals are all very prevalent in intertidal zones. But many other organisms inhabit the tide pools that are not often associated with this ecosystem. Sometimes these animals are overlooked because they…
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Tide Pooling: to Touch or Not to Touch?
What you can touch— and what you shouldn’t touch— while exploring the tide pools is a common question and the answer is more complicated than you might think. Especially when taking kids to the tide pools, it’s difficult to know how much to restrain their curiosity for their safety and how much to encourage them…
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5 Steps to Finding an Octopus at the Tide Pools
When I was a kid, finding an octopus at the tide pools was the ultimate victory. This elusive creature is truly a treat to see in the wild. Often argued to be the smartest of all invertebrates, octopi are one of the most fascinating creatures in the ocean and if you’re lucky, you can find…
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