The intelligence of an octopus is a fascinating thing, not least because it is an extremely intelligent animal whose cognition works very differently from mammals like us. An octopus has “mini-brains” ...

A shortfin mako shark, the fastest-swimming shark in the world, was caught on camera with an octopus catching a ride on its back off the coast of New Zealand. When you purchase through links on our ...

Researchers spotted an orange blob near a shark's head. It turned out to be an octopus along for a ride. Wednesday Davis / University of Auckland In December 2023, marine ecologist Rochelle ...

An unexpected marine phenomenon was observed in New Zealand waters: an octopus riding a shark. This unusual scene, captured by researchers, raises questions about interactions between marine species.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Wednesday Davis An octopus has been spotted catching a ride from an unlikely marine ...