Mimic Octopus?????

[chamtrainer]

Hello everyone. I just heard of an awesome animal called the Mimic Octopus. Does anyone have any information on this creature? I here they are highly intellectual, as they know how to mimic many dangerous animals. They can also mimic the ground and change color. I was wondering if they are like chameleons and change color due to hormones, temper, heat, humidity.... or if they change can change their colors whenever they choose to. Here is a website and a video on this amazing animal:


http://marinebio.org/species.asp?id=260

 

[ChameleonNerd]

they can choose what color they want to change to. i am not sure, but i'd assume that there is a limit to the variations in the pigments of their skin. and i agree, they are one of the most interesting creatures on planet earth..... behind the chameleon of course

 

[Chamifornia]

they are definitely awesome creatures. Cuttlefish are my favorite marine species. If you have the chance to watch the episode Kings of Camaflauge on PBS please do , Its amazing

Heres a clip from the episode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIvwGwfISFM