Octopuses and squid

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What is Octopuses and squid about?

Dive beneath the waves to discover the strange and fascinating world of octopuses and squid. This lively non-fiction book explores their amazing bodies, unusual senses, clever behaviour and ocean habitats. Learn how these cephalopods move, hunt, hide and protect themselves, from changing colour to squirting ink. Clear explanations, vivid illustrations, an index and special see-through pages reveal what lies inside these remarkable marine animals.

About the author

Gerald Legg is a British author and museum biologist who enjoys helping young readers discover the wonders of nature. His books explain animals, plants and how living things grow in clear, exciting ways. Well-known titles include From Caterpillar to Butterfly, From Egg to Chicken and The X-Ray Picture Book of Amazing Animals. Gerald’s work is full of fascinating facts, colourful ideas and surprising discoveries, making science easy to understand and fun to explore at home or school.