See footage of a rare, swift octopus attack on an unsuspecting crab—one so aggressive it surprised even marine biologists. | National Geographic

The giant Pacific octopus grows bigger and lives longer than any other octopus species. Explore more here: http://www.nationalgeographic.com.au/animals/ | National Geographic Australia

A Museum member spotted this little Atlantic Pygmy Octopus on Sanibel today. If you ever come across an octopus on the shoreline, it’s best to refrain from touching it, as it may bite if it feels threatened. Learn more about octopuses during the Museum’s daily 11am Keeper Chats! | Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium

Our Animal of the Week is the giant Pacific octopus, which has a new habitat to call home at the National Aquarium! Take a look inside the new Feeding gallery in our Surviving Through Adaptation exhibit and you’ll find yourself in a giant Pacific octopus’s cave, from the inside looking out. | National Aquarium