New study finds an octopus’ 8 arms can do it all

From NPR.

Octopuses are famous for their eight arms. Now, a new analysis in the journal "Scientific Reports" suggests that every octopus arm is capable of doing every job — but these highly intelligent creatures use some of their arms more than others.

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