Dec 27, 2021
Hi Everyone! It is finally time to start the experiments with the little octo juveniles!
Raising hatchlings is a challenging endeavor and unfortunately we've lost 6 of the 12 octopus. We should still be good data-wise.
The remaining octos have become pros at hiding, but are eating live food on their own.
Their tanks are fully set up with lights, cameras, and coverings!
Can't wait to see how well they learn the different habitats over the next couple of months!
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Cephalopods and vertebrates have gone through similar circumstances that required adaptations such as learning and memory abilities. These skills are seen in some cephalopods which are able to solve mazes and navigate complex environments. The timing of this skill development in cephalopod evolution remains unknown. This project determines the spatial learning abilities of the O.bimaculoides by measuring recognition of habitats and pathway to the hidden food source.
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