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veined octopus

mollusk
Also known as: Amphioctopus marginatus

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intelligence and tool use

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    In octopus: Examples of species and behaviours

    The veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) is also known for its intelligence. In 2009 biologists reported having observed the animals excavating coconut half shells from the ocean floor and carrying them for use as portable shelters. Such behaviour is regarded by biologists as the first documented example…

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    In cephalopod: Behaviour

    …recorded tool-using behaviour in the veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus). In 2009 biologists reported having observed the animals excavating coconut half shells from the ocean floor and carrying them for use as portable shelters. Such behaviour is regarded as the first documented example of tool use by an invertebrate.

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