Nervous System in Octopus Arms is Separated into Segments, Study Finds

In new research, scientists at the University of Chicago found that the nervous system circuitry that controls arm movement in octopuses is segmented, giving these extraordinary creatures precise control across their arms and suckers to explore their environment, grasp objects, and capture prey. The post Nervous System in Octopus Arms is Separated into Segments, Study Finds appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Jan 15, 2025 - 15:15
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Nervous System in Octopus Arms is Separated into Segments, Study Finds
An octopus at the USC Wrigley Marine Science Center on Catalina Island. Image credit: University of Southern California.

In new research, scientists at the University of Chicago found that the nervous system circuitry that controls arm movement in octopuses is segmented, giving these extraordinary creatures precise control across their arms and suckers to explore their environment, grasp objects, and capture prey.

The post Nervous System in Octopus Arms is Separated into Segments, Study Finds appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

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