Video: Scientist encounters a paper nautilus octopus on Muizenberg Beach

While on Muizenberg Beach, Dr Tess Gridley, the principal scientist and co-founding director of the environmental conservation organisation Sea Search, encountered a paper nautilus octopus. Also known as argonauts, these octopuses are an ancient species of pelagic octopus. Dr Gridley discovered the paper nautilus alive; however, their chances of survival are usually low when washed ashore, and despite best efforts, … Continue reading Video: Scientist encounters a paper nautilus octopus on Muizenberg Beach