Octopus genome reveals cephalopod secrets

12 agosto 2015

Imagine a skeleton-less creature with three hearts, with most of its nearly half a billion neurons distributed in eight tentacular arms. Each arm can regenerate like the mythical Hydra and has a mind of its own. Its muscles stiffen into temporary elbows and shoulders. This creature has the eerie capability of perfect camouflage and decorates its lair with leftovers of its prey.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150812134251.htm

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