October 8 is celebrated as World Octopus Day. The date for the celebration was not chosen by chance. The word “October” sounds like “october” in English, and “octopus” sounds like “octopus”. Both words come from the Latin octo – eight. In Ancient Rome, October was the eighth month in the calendar.

Octopuses really deserve this international day. They live on the planet for more than 300 million years. Octopuses appeared even before the dinosaurs and were able to survive them. These creatures are one of the most intelligent among the inhabitants of the ocean. They quickly solve quite difficult tasks. In addition, octopuses are very curious. Their appearance is also very unusual, they can change color and shape.

Interesting Facts

• Octopus has 3 hearts.
• In case of danger, it can throw back its tentacles like lizards.
• Octopuses are able to penetrate even through narrow places, because they change the shape of their bodies.