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The octopus hides six arms to resemble a sea snake
The mimic octopus alters shape and behaviour as well as colour. To resemble a sea snake, it hides six arms and holds two alongside each other. It also gathers its arms together while swimming in a flatfish-like form.
Eight arms can help a disguise even when most are concealed.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-10