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Welcome to Mysteries of Science.

This is the show that never lets a good puzzle slip through its fingers.

From the archives today, we've reeled in a truly

tentacular case, the octopus. It's got three hearts, colour-changing skin, and arms that seem to have

a mind of its own. This creature is no sucker. Let's dive in.

Hello and welcome to Mysteries of Science.

My name's Dan and I'm the editor of the Week Junior Science Nature, which is the monthly magazine from the team behind the Week Junior.

And I'm Michael, the acting deputy editor.

On this podcast, we investigate weird events, strange creatures and mysterious places.

Today, we're going to dive into the deep and go for a swim with one of the world's most

mysterious animals, octopuses. And we've got some amazing experts to come along with us.

Yes, we're joined by Aaron Spencer, Heather Browning and Chris Packham.

Fantastic. I can't wait. Let's dive in.

So, these eight armed masters of disguise have fascinated humans for years, but there is a lot we do not know about them.

For example, why are they so good at camouflaging themselves?

And just how intelligent are they?

This is Mysteries of Science.

Fantastic. Michael, octopuses. I want to know how much you know about them first.

Well, Dan, you've come to the expert here. I'm a walking encyclopedia of octopus knowledge.

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