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The mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) is a species of octopus from the Indo-Pacific region. Like other octopuses, it uses its chromatophores to disguise itself. It is noteworthy for being able to impersonate a wide variety of other marine animals. While many animals mimic either their environment or other animals to avoid predation, the mimic octopus and its close relative the wunderpus are ...
The “mimicking miracle octopus” earns its weighty name. This new-to-science cephalopod, found in shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific, is a master impersonator, taking on the appearance and ...
Mimic Octopus taking the form of a poisonous sole fish. The octopus is usually preyed on by predators like jellyfish, stingrays, sea snakes, lionfish, and the poisonous sole fish, among others. But the octopus’s talent at mimicry often drives away these predators. Interesting Facts A mimic octopus impersonating a sea snake
Apr 1, 2016 · Here are some of the more notable species the mimic octopus imitates: Lionfish: By spreading out its arms and propelling itself through the water column, the mimic octopus resembles the brown and white striped lionfish.Since lionfish are known for their very sharp and highly venomous spines, this deters other animals from attempting to prey on the octopus.
The mimic octopus was first discovered off the coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia in 1998 on the bottom of a muddy river mouth.It has since been found to inhabit the Indo-Pacific, ranging from the Red Sea in the west to New Caledonia in the east, and Gulf of Thailand and the Philippines in the north to the Great Barrier Reef in south. Most documented records are from Indonesia.
Oct 11, 2017 · This is the mimic octopus. A master of disguise.In its natural state, the mimic octopus is a light beige color.And like most octopi can change its skin pigme...
Oct 28, 2013 · The mimic octopus was discovered in 1998 off the coast of Sulawesi, Indonesia. They live on the shallow sandy bottoms near river mouths, which are extremely exposed habitats with lots of predators.
Jun 23, 2015 · Discovered in 1998, the mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) is a 2-foot long species that can parrot not just one but several toxic sea creatures.It’s the first animal of any kind known to shift between multiple imitations, a talent called dynamic mimicry.
Aug 27, 2010 · The mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) has some interesting ways to keep from being eaten.The brown-and-white stripes on its arms resemble the patterning on venomous sea snakes and the coloring ...
Dec 12, 2009 · The mimic octopus is new to science and has yet to be properly classified [NB – Since 2004, the octopus has been classified as Thaumoctopus mimicus – the “mimicking miracle octopus” – Ed].
