Spy Octopus Helps Friend Hide From Shark

Season 42 Episode 2

About the Episode

Coconut octopuses are vulnerable to blacktip sharks, who use smell to find prey. With the help of an unlikely ally, this octopus is able to hide from hungry sharks.

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