Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish are sea animals related to squids and octopuses. They have flat bodies, eight arms, and two long tentacles. Cuttlefish are known for being very clever. They can change their color and skin pattern in less than a second. They live in warm oceans around the world.

Master of Disguise

Cuttlefish have special cells in their skin that can change color. They use this to hide from enemies and sneak up on food. They can even make their skin look bumpy like rocks or coral. This skill is called camouflage. Cuttlefish are some of the best hiders in the sea.

Clever Hunters

Cuttlefish hunt small fish, crabs, and shrimp. They shoot out their two long tentacles very fast to grab prey. Inside their body is a hard, flat bone called a cuttlebone. This bone helps them float. Cuttlefish have big brains and can solve simple puzzles.

Fun Facts

• Cuttlefish are color-blind but still change colors perfectly.
• Their blood is blue-green, not red.
• Pet birds often chew on cuttlebones for calcium.

Did You Know?

Cuttlefish can hypnotize their prey. They flash bright, moving colors on their skin to confuse small fish and crabs.