The marine predator that hunts across the land

Nature · Published 3 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: While most octopuses are confined to the sea, a remarkable species in Northern Australia has mastered the art of terrestrial hunting.

This footage from BBC Earth's 'The Hunt' captures a rare moment of biological defiance. Though octopuses are marine animals that breathe underwater and are typically trapped in rocky pools during low tide, this specific species treats the land as a hunting ground to pursue its prey, specifically crabs.

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