Octopus Or Squid

Author : Roger Hanlon
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022645973X
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopus, Squid & Cuttlefish written by Roger Hanlon and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2018-10-31 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Cephalopods are often misunderstood creatures. Three biologists set the record straight on the behaviors and evolution of these invertebrates of the sea.” —Science News Largely shell-less relatives of clams and snails, the marine mollusks in the class Cephalopoda—Greek for “head-foot” —are colorful creatures of many-armed dexterity, often inky self-defense, and highly evolved cognition. They are capable of learning, of retaining information—and of rapid decision-making to avoid predators and find prey. They have eyes and senses rivaling those of vertebrates like birds and fishes, they morph texture and body shape, and they change color faster than a chameleon. In short, they captivate us. From the long-armed mimic octopus—able to imitate the appearance of swimming flounders and soles—to the aptly named flamboyant cuttlefish, whose undulating waves of color rival the graphic displays of any LCD screen, there are more than seven hundred species of cephalopod. Featuring a selection of species profiles, Octopus, Squid, and Cuttlefish reveals the evolution, anatomy, life history, behaviors, and relationships of these spellbinding animals. Their existence proves that intelligence can develop in very different ways: not only are cephalopods unusually large-brained invertebrates, they also carry two-thirds of their neurons in their arms. A treasure trove of scientific fact and visual explanation, this worldwide illustrated guide to cephalopods offers a comprehensive review of these fascinating and mysterious underwater invertebrates—from the lone hunting of the octopus, to the social squid, and the prismatic skin signaling of the cuttlefish. “After reading about the cephalopods’ abilities and behaviors, as well as their potential for advancing our lives, readers might think twice before ordering their next calamari appetizer.” —American Scientist

Author : Tao Nyeu
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0803735650
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Squid and Octopus written by Tao Nyeu and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Four separate stories celebrate the many-legged friendship between Squid and Octopus as they disagree over how to stay warm, encourage each other, and fret over the contents of a fortune cookie. Full color.

Author : Gerald Legg
Publisher : Koala Books
ISBN 13 : 9780864616326
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopuses and Squid written by Gerald Legg and published by Koala Books. This book was released on 2006-02 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Slimy and slithering monsters from the deep? Discover the real truth. How do octopuses swim? What do they eat? How do they defend themselves from predators? Find out the answers to these questions and much, much more! The book features detailed facts with stunning photographs and artwork. Hold the see-through pages up to the light to reveal what's inside!

Author : Ole G. Mouritsen
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 303058027X
Total Pages : 278 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopuses, Squid & Cuttlefish written by Ole G. Mouritsen and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-05-06 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Humans everywhere have always been fascinated by octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish, known biologically as cephalopods. They evolved hundreds of millions of years ago and are related to molluscs such as mussels and snails. They can grow to an enormous size with eyes as big as footballs, but they still live for only a couple of years. They mate once in their lifetime and die shortly after. They have blue blood and three hearts and they can shoot out jet-black ink. They have a brain and have behaviours that could be interpreted as signs of intelligence, even though more than half of their brain is distributed in their arms. They are colour blind, but they can change the colour of their skin in a flash. They are masters of disguise and are able to alter the texture of their skin and the patterns displayed on it at lighting speed. They can also ‘taste’ using the suckers on their arms. They can move extremely fast thanks to a jet-propulsion system built into their body cavity. Although they are soft-bodied and look vulnerable, cephalopods are formidable predators. Octopuses have arms that are so strong that they can exert a force equal to hundreds of times their own body weight. Squid and cuttlefish can shoot out a tentacle to capture prey at the speed of a javelin thrown by an expert athlete. Cephalopods are, however, so much more than just fascinating creatures with strange physical characteristics. They are a nutritious, delicious protein source that has found a place for thousands of years in many food cultures around the world. As squid, cuttlefish, and octopuses are native to virtually all parts of the ocean, they are an excellent and available alternative to meat from terrestrial animals. This book is written to promote the overall place of cephalopods in home kitchens and to inspire the uninitiated to add them to their diet. It describes the many facets of their anatomy that play a central role in their potential use as healthy, diverse, and interesting food sources, with a particular emphasis on their taste and texture. By way of an assortment of recipes, the authors hope to dispel the myth that it is difficult to prepare delicious dishes using squid, cuttlefish, and octopuses. In addition, there are contributions to the on-going discussions about how marine resources can be exploited more responsibly in a sustainable manner. Ole G. Mouritsen is a professor of gastrophysics and culinary food innovation at the University of Copenhagen,president of the Danish Gastronomical Academy, and director of the Danish national research and communication centre Taste for Life. Klavs Styrbæk is a chef and leader of the gastronomic enterprise STYRBÆKS, which includes a gourmet restaurant, a cooking school, a catering service, and a product development branch.

Author : Activibooks For Kids
Publisher : Activibooks for Kids
ISBN 13 : 9781683212072
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.7X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Squid Versus Octopus written by Activibooks For Kids and published by Activibooks for Kids. This book was released on 2016-03-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let's imagine swimming in Deep Ocean to witness an epic battle between the squid and the octopus. Who, do you think, would win? Would it be the squid with its elongated body and smaller but quite possible stronger tentacles? Or would it be the octopus with its ability to bend and stretch its body beyond the limits? Well, we'd say the one with the best colors win!

Author : Danna Staaf
Publisher : University Press of New England
ISBN 13 : 1512601284
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Squid Empire written by Danna Staaf and published by University Press of New England. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Before there were mammals on land, there were dinosaurs. And before there were fish in the sea, there were cephalopods-the ancestors of modern squid and Earth's first truly substantial animals. Cephalopods became the first creatures to rise from the seafloor, essentially inventing the act of swimming. With dozens of tentacles and formidable shells, they presided over an undersea empire for millions of years. But when fish evolved jaws, the ocean's former top predator became its most delicious snack. Cephalopods had to step up their game. Many species streamlined their shells and added defensive spines, but these enhancements only provided a brief advantage. Some cephalopods then abandoned the shell entirely, which opened the gates to a flood of evolutionary innovations: masterful camouflage, fin-supplemented jet propulsion, perhaps even dolphin-like intelligence. Squid Empire is an epic adventure spanning hundreds of millions of years, from the marine life of the primordial ocean to the calamari on tonight's menu. Anyone who enjoys the undersea world-along with all those obsessed with things prehistoric-will be interested in the sometimes enormous, often bizarre creatures that ruled the seas long before the first dinosaurs.

Author : Jacques Yves Cousteau
Publisher : Conran Octopus
ISBN 13 : 9780891041115
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopus and Squid written by Jacques Yves Cousteau and published by Conran Octopus. This book was released on 1973 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Christina Leaf
Publisher : Bellwether Media Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9781681038247
Total Pages : 24 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopus Or Squid? written by Christina Leaf and published by Bellwether Media Incorporated. This book was released on 2020-08 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ""Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces octopuses and squids to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Author : James C. Hunt
Publisher : Roberts Rinehart Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Octopus and Squid written by James C. Hunt and published by Roberts Rinehart Publishers. This book was released on 1996 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through text and 95 photographs discusses varieties, behavior and charts the octupus and squid family tree.

Author : PETER. GODFREY-SMITH
Publisher : William Collins
ISBN 13 : 9780008485153
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Other Minds written by PETER. GODFREY-SMITH and published by William Collins. This book was released on 2021-05-13 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing the Collins Modern Classics, a series featuring some of the most significant books of recent times, books that shed light on the human experience - classics which will endure for generations to come.