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The octopus is a cephalopod of the order Octopoda that inhabits many diverse regions of the ocean, especially coral reefs. The term may also refer to only those creatures in the genus Octopus. In the larger sense, there are 289 different octopus species, which is over one-third the total number of cephalopod species.
Physiology
Octopuses are characterized by their eight arms (not tentacles), usually bearing suction cups. These arms are a type of muscular hydrostat. Unlike most other cephalopods, the majority of octopuses — those in the suborder most commonly known, Incirrata — have almost entirely soft bodies with no internal skeleton. They have neither a protective outer shell like the nautilus, nor any vestige of an internal shell or bones, like cuttlefish or squids. A beak, similar in shape to a parrot's beak, is their only hard part. This enables them to squeeze through very narrow slits between underwater rocks, which is very helpful when they are fleeing from morays or other predatory fish. The octopuses in the less familiar Cirrata suborder have two fins and an internal shell, generally lessening their ability to squeeze into small spaces.
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@markhoppus is it possible to get my hands on an octopus t-shirt?
chadmacklin (Chad Macklin) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 05:02:56 -0000
@markhoppus is it possible to get my hands on an octopus t-shirt?
Yes, thats right- I'm watching Giant Shark versus MEGA OCTOPUS. EXTREME.
toryritter (Tory) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:59:54 -0000
Yes, thats right- I'm watching Giant Shark versus MEGA OCTOPUS. EXTREME.
RT @markhoppus: You can check out a new Motion City Soundtrack song over at SPIN! Jesse has an octopus t-shirt in their promo shot. ht ...
imblood_sucker (Muhammad Heikal) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:49:51 -0000
RT @markhoppus: You can check out a new Motion City Soundtrack song over at SPIN! Jesse has an octopus t-shirt in their promo shot. ht ...
I'd like to be under the sea,in an octopus's garden in the shade
omar_2000 ([Omar 2000]) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:49:03 -0000
I'd like to be under the sea,in an octopus's garden in the shade
@Joz49 I want an octopus shirt!! :( lol
Marian84 (Marian Machado) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:40:23 -0000
@Joz49 I want an octopus shirt!! :( lol
Watching Megashark vs. Giant Octopus. I'm expecting much win.
bbatsche (Ben Batschelet) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:39:35 -0000
Watching Megashark vs. Giant Octopus. I'm expecting much win.
Alaska Octopus Gumbo - Made with octopus, tomatoes, and okra; served over rice. From Arielle's Recipe Archives.
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BBQ Octopus with Caper and Lemon - Could be made with cuttlefish, squid pieces, or green prawns.
Braised Octopus - Cooked with onion, tomatoes, garlic, pine nuts, basil, and white wine.
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Braised Octopus with Tomato and Artichokes - Serve with cooked pasta or rice.
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Bruno's Hockey Shop - Explains the Detroit Red Wings tradition of throwing octopi on the ice and presents several recipes.
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Fried Octopus - Suggests serving with a Greek salad.
Grilled Octopus with Pepper and Olive Salad - From chef Jim Botsacos of Molyvos, New York, New York.
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Grilled Octopus with Vinegar - Recipe from chef Vasilios Milios of the Hotel Saint George Lycabettus in Athens, Greece.
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Octopus alla La Risacca - From a restaurant in Milan, Italy.
Octopus Cooked In Wine - Octopus sauteed with onions and wine. From Arielle's Recipe Archives.
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Octopus Pilaf - Seasoned with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and oregano.
Octopus Recipes - Collection includes Braised Octopus, Octopus Pasta, and Baby Octopus Spiedini With Beet Green Salad.
Octopus Recipes - Collection includes Greek Casseroled Octopus, Octopus Fritters, and Octopus Salad.
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Octopus Recipes - Recipes include Chilli Lemon Octopus, Pulpo a la Gallega, and Octopus Meze.
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Octopus recipes - Presents two recipes: Octopus in Red Wine and Pickled Octopus.
Octopus Stewed in Red Wine - Portuguese recipe. Suggests serving with Port wine.
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Octopus with Elbow Macaroni - Includes a photo of the dish.
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Octopus with Garlic (Polipi Veraci All'aglio) - Seasoned with, a bay leaf, cumin, salt, green pepper, rosemary leaves, and parsley.
Octopus with Green Olives - Mediterranean style dish.
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Octopus with Ouzo and Black Olives - Recipe from Krinos Foods.
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Octopus with Paprika - This dish can also be served as an appetizer for drinking ouzo. It is also considered a lenten dish, suitable for those who are fasting.
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Octopus with Smoked Paprika - Served as finger food or as part of a tapas plate with drinks.
Octopus with Spinach - Offers a variation using yogurt instead of tomatoes.
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Oktapodi Toursi (Pickled Octopus) - From a Taste Of The Greek Islands by Pamela Westland.
Quick and Easy Octopus - Made with peppercorns, bay leaves, and olive oil.
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Roasted Octopus - Serve drizzled with a little extra virgin olive oil, or a light citrus vinaigrette.
Takoyaki (Octopus Balls) - Made with chopped boiled octopus, pickled ginger, scallions, and rice crispies.
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