Video from a recent study shows multiple examples of octopuses using their tentacles to punch fish, but it's not part of a sanctioned aquatic boxing match. Instead, researchers said the animals do ...

A new study found that some members of an octopus species hunt cooperatively in groups with fish. Video shows octopuses punching their companion fish to keep them on task and contributing to the hunt.

The above-average intelligence that octopi possess is displayed in myriad ways, from their problem-solving capabilities to their ability to use tools. However, new research has shed even more light on ...

The cephalopods team up with a variety of fish for hunting, and that results in some complex relationship dynamics that can include violence. Reading time 3 minutes Octopuses are leaders of fish, but ...

Turns out, octopuses aren’t just the solo masterminds of the sea—they actually enjoy teaming up with other fish to form multi-species hunting parties. But when things don’t go their way, octopuses ...

Octopuses and fish work together to hunt, but there is no doubt who is in charge, researchers found. Sampaio, E., Sridhar, V.H., Francisco, F.A. et al (2024) Nature Ecology & Evolution Mutually ...

Scientists have recently documented a behavior that looks almost comedic at first glance: an octopus suddenly reaching out and striking a nearby fish. Divers have filmed these moments in detail, and ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (WJW) – If you take a look at an octopus, ...