Category Archives: Cephalopods

Interview-Hannah Rosen & Humboldt Squid Communication

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Cherilyn Chin

On April 18, 2015 I attended MARINE’s (Monterey Area Research Institutions’ Network for Education) Ocean Colloquium. There, among many interesting speakers, I heard Hannah Rosen speak about her research on Humboldt Squid communication at Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University. I … Continue reading →

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Giant Squid Myths–True or False?

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Cherilyn Chin

1. The eyes of the Giant Squid Architeuthis dux are the size of dinner plates. *TRUE* Giant Squid eyes are the largest in the animal kingdom. 2. The Giant Squid have tentacles 60 feet long. *FALSE* The longest measured dead … Continue reading →

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10 Awesome Facts About Cuttlefish

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Cherilyn Chin

1. Cuttlefish are cephalopods, not fish. Cephalopods include octopus, squid and nautilus. 2. Cuttlefish, along with most cephalopods, are the ocean’s most intelligent invertebrates. 3. Cuttlebone, found in the body of a cuttlefish, is used by pet birds to get … Continue reading →

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Tentacles Exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Cherilyn Chin

The Tentacles exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium contains many species of cephalopods from oceans around the world. Cephalopods include Octopus, Squid, Cuttlefish, and Nautilus. Many species in this exhibit have never been on display before. I am a cephalopod … Continue reading →

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10 Terrific Facts About Octopuses

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Cherilyn Chin

1. The preferred plural of “Octopus” is “Octopuses” by cephalopod and octopus lovers. 2. Octopuses are considered the earth’s most intelligent invertebrate. They are also very dexterous, and can be taught to unscrew the lid to a jar to get … Continue reading →

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First Video Filmed of Giant Squid in the Ocean

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Cherilyn Chin

I have been called by many names, including sea monster, kraken, calamari, and dinner. I am a giant squid (Architeuthis spp.). I am a highly intelligent cephalopod. My cousins include the octopus, cuttlefish, and chambered nautilus. Despite my ancestors washing … Continue reading →

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Vampire Squid: I’m no vampire, and I’m not even a squid!

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

My scientific name is Vampyroteuthis infernalis, which translates to “vampire squid from hell.” Too bad I’m not actually a squid or even an octopus, even though I have characteristics of both. I’m not a vampire either as I don’t suck … Continue reading →

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Meet Bolt, a Humboldt or Jumbo Squid

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

In honor of October 10, Squid and Cuttlefish Day during Cephalopod Awareness Days, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Bolt. I am a Humboldt squid, or jumbo squid. It always amuses me that humans are so frightened … Continue reading →

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Ollie the Octopus on International Cephalopod Awareness Days and the State of the Oceans

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

Wow, it’s already International Cephalopod Awareness Days again! (see my post from last year’s Octopus Day about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Here are the Cephalopod Awareness Days we are celebrating: October 8 is Octopus Day (my favorite!), October 9 … Continue reading →

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Ollie the Octopus on Coral Bleaching & the Great Barrier Reef

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

Ollie the octopus here. I’m back to talk about more pressing problems that our oceans are facing. I previously covered ocean acidification and the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Today I wanted to discuss a recent study I was told about … Continue reading →

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Meet Shelley the Chambered Nautilus

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Cherilyn Chin

Sigh, I get no respect unless I am dead and my shell is mounted on a human’s wall. My name is Shelley, and I am a chambered nautilus. I am so unlike my sexy and charismatic cephalopod cousins. You have … Continue reading →

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Ollie the Octopus on Octopus Day and the Great Pacific Garbage Patch

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Cherilyn Chin

Hi, my name is Ollie and I’m an octopus.  I am excited to hear that October 8 is Octopus Day during International Cephalopod Awareness Days (October 8-10).  I’m glad we’re getting the recognition we deserve, as we’re usually portrayed as … Continue reading →

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Ollie the Octopus on Ocean Acidification

Posted on October 6, 2009 by Cherilyn Chin

Hello, my name is Ollie, and I’m an Octopus.  Welcome to my blog entry, told from the point-of-view of an octopus.  I am ecstatic to have found myself a human translator (or is she an octopus translator??) named Cherilyn.  I … Continue reading →

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