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Wow, hypatia. Great photo and all, but man-oh-man. Scary! You did well making it back to tell the tale. Phew.
Are Octopuses the Most Intelligent Sea Creatures?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the intelligence of octopuses, exploring anecdotes, personal experiences, and opinions on their behavior and capabilities. Participants share stories of octopus interactions, thoughts on keeping them as pets, and engage in light-hearted banter about their characteristics and culinary uses.
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- Exploratory
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- Conceptual clarification
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants share anecdotes about octopuses displaying problem-solving skills, such as taking apart objects or escaping from tanks.
- There is a humorous exchange about the challenges of keeping octopuses as pets, including concerns about climate and their lifespan.
- Participants express differing opinions on the pluralization of "octopus," with some favoring "octopi" and others "octopuses" or "octopodes."
- One participant recounts a personal experience of an octopus latching onto them while diving, highlighting the creature's strength and intelligence.
- There are discussions about the culinary aspects of octopus, with mixed opinions on its taste and preparation.
- Some participants express affection for octopuses, referring to them as cute and intelligent, while others mention discomfort with their physical features, such as their beak.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the intelligence and curiosity of octopuses, but there are multiple competing views regarding their suitability as pets, their culinary value, and the correct pluralization of the term "octopus." The discussion remains unresolved on these points.
Contextual Notes
Participants reference various personal experiences and anecdotes that may not be universally applicable or scientifically validated. The discussion includes humor and subjective opinions that reflect individual perspectives rather than established facts.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in marine biology, animal behavior, or those considering octopuses as pets may find the anecdotes and discussions relevant. Additionally, culinary enthusiasts might appreciate the varied opinions on octopus as a food source.
Wow, hypatia. Great photo and all, but man-oh-man. Scary! You did well making it back to tell the tale. Phew.
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lisab said:Wow, hypatia...that's really amazing! Congrats at keeping your wits about you.
And holy cow, that's a lot of light for 120' - here in the Seattle area, you'd be in nearly complete darkness at 120' on an average day. Did you have a spotlight with you? The water is crystal clear! Where was that, to have such fantastic visibility?
And who the heck says 'octopodes,' seriously?!? I'm sticking with octopi...an all-around much better word.
Yes their were several platform lights mounted at different stages of depth/decompression. With a very slow current, the photo ops were good. Cabo San Lucas, between Lover's Beach and Pelican Rock, I don't recall the name of the dive company.
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hypatia said:
That burst of bubbles is a underwater SCREAM. Yes, the mean octi was wrapped up in my hands and refused to let go.
I have those exact same fins
. I can only imagine how hard it is to keep your wits in that situaiton at that depth.An octopus' (hah, singular possessive) intelligence is very impressive. I've seen other similar studies or shows on the subject.
I've eaten octopus. I wasn't a fan, but I'm sure if you drowned the taste in garlic butter similar to snails it would be fine (seems to defeat the purpose to me). I regularly eat the extra tentacled fried calamari though :!)
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