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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2025 · 26 MIN

What Makes Octopuses So Extraordinary? with Dr. Helen Scales | Cabin of Curiosities

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Welcome back to the Cabin of Curiosities! In this episode, Charlie dives beneath the surface of Tobago’s waters and discovers one of the ocean’s most remarkable creatures - the Caribbean reef octopus. She’s joined by Dr. Helen Scales: marine biologist, writer, and one of the most captivating ocean storytellers around. Helen explains how octopuses camouflage with stunning precision, how they think with their skin, and why these shape-shifting animals might be some of the cleverest creatures in the oceans.⛵️ Follow so you never miss an episode!🗺️ Join the voyage by subscribing to our Explorer's Club on Patreon📸 Follow the journey on Instagram: @voyagetothewild🐙 Read Helen's newest book What The Wild Sea Can BeThe series is hosted by Charlie Young.Editing and sound design is by Ross Ramsey-Golding.And our producer is Robert Wallace.This series is brought to you by the generous funding of the Ocean Cruising Club and their 2024 Challenge Grant.

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