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The cuttlefish is a master of camouflage, it is able to change the colour and texture of its skin to blend into diverse backgrounds with ease.
The cuttlefish moves by jet propulsion, by forcing water through the funnel situated beneath its head. The Cuttlefish also has two fins on each side of its body so it can swim more slowly.
This photograph clearly shows the cuttlefish launching itself, scattering sand in the process using its water jet propulsion.
Although called a cuttlefish, it is actually a member of the mollusc family along with octopus and squid which are among the most intelligent species.
From personal experience they can be very curious and friendly.
The Cuttlefish have 10 tentacles (8 arms with suction cups on the inner surface and 2 longer tentacles that can shoot out to grasp its prey). Between the tentacles they have a parrot like beak to help devour its prey.
The white internal cuttlebone which helps form its body shape is often found washed up on beaches and finds it way into the family bird cage.

Camera: Nikon FM2
Lens: AF MICRO NIKKOR
60mm 1:2.8
Flash: Metz 30BCT4
Exposure:1/60sec at f/16

Ref: Cat No: A0144PB

Date: 15/01/1993

Location: Under Port Noarlunga Jetty, South Australia

Photographer: Copyright: John Lloyd

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The cuttlefish is a master of camouflage, it is able to change the colour and texture of its skin to blend into diverse backgrounds with ease.
The cuttlefish moves by jet propulsion, by forcing water through the funnel situated beneath its head. The Cuttlefish also has two fins on each side of its body so it can swim more slowly.
This photograph clearly shows the cuttlefish launching itself, scattering sand in the process using its water jet propulsion.
Although called a cuttlefish, it is actually a member of the mollusc family along with octopus and squid which are among the most intelligent species.
From personal experience they can be very curious and friendly.
The Cuttlefish have 10 tentacles (8 arms with suction cups on the inner surface and 2 longer tentacles that can shoot out to grasp its prey). Between the tentacles they have a parrot like beak to help devour its prey.
The white internal cuttlebone which helps form its body shape is often found washed up on beaches and finds it way into the family bird cage.

Camera: Nikon FM2
Lens: AF MICRO NIKKOR
60mm 1:2.8
Flash: Metz 30BCT4
Exposure:1/60sec at f/16

Ref: Cat No: A0144PB

Date: 15/01/1993

Location: Under Port Noarlunga Jetty, South Australia

Photographer: Copyright: John Lloyd