In this week’s episode, we are speaking with Dr. David Scheel, behavioural ecologist and professor of marine biology at Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage, Alaska.

David takes us into the wild and wonderful world of octopuses and we get a glimpse into the mysteries they hold. We also dive into his new book  Many Things Under A Rock: The Mysteries of Octopuses where David takes us around the world and into the very dens of these extraordinary animals. 

As exotic as octopuses are, their behaviour can feel…relatable. But throughout history western culture has in some cases almost demonised them, missing so much of what makes them so intriguing; their intelligence, incredible sensory abilities, physiology, and maybe the most interesting thing about them, their daily lives. 

Thanks so much to David for introducing us to the beautiful, intelligent, dynamic, miraculous, and quite sensible, Octopus. An animal that no doubt has a very real sense of humour. 

And maybe most importantly we put to rest the debate of “octopuses” or “octopi.” You’re welcome. And you’re right!

Lots of Love.

Show Notes:

https://www.alaskapacific.edu/people/david-scheel/

https://alaskaoctopus.com/about/

https://www.pbs.org/video/octopus-dreaming-trept6/

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