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The Cuttlefish's Amazing Camouflage

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Watch this video about a cuttlefish's camouflage capabilities on HowStuffWorks. A cuttlefish's camouflage ability is superior to any other animal's camouflaging techniques. Learn about cuttlefish and their unique and unbelievably powerful ability to camouflage in this NOVA segment from PBS.

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Watch this video showing a giant squid that was caught in New Zealand on HowStuffWorks. Local reports said early estimates put the colossal squid at about 30 feet long and weighing nearly 1,000 pounds -- about 300 pounds heavier than the next... More »

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