Explore the wonder of squids with these 10 unique facts. Discover their color-changing abilities, multiple hearts, and incredible intelligence.
Squids can eject a cloud of ink to confuse predators and make a quick escape.
They can change color rapidly thanks to special cells called chromatophores, aiding in camouflage and communication.
Squids move by expelling water through their siphon, propelling themselves like jet engines.
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The largest squid species, the colossal squid, can reach up to 45 feet in length, making it one of the largest invertebrates.
Squids are known for their intelligence, with complex behaviors and problem-solving abilities.
Squids have three hearts: two branchial hearts pump blood to the gills, and one systemic heart pumps it to the rest of the body.
Some squids can "fly" out of the water for short distances by flapping their fins and ejecting water from their siphons.
Squids have eight arms and two longer tentacles, which they use for capturing prey and maneuvering.
Many squids can produce light through bioluminescence, often used to attract mates or lure prey.
Most squids have relatively short lifespans, often only living for one to two years.