Proc Biol Sci June 2023 PMID 37357857

Miles down for lunch: deep-sea observations of Arctic finned octopods suggest pelagic-benthic feeding migration.

Alexey V Golikov, Julian B Stauffer, Sophie V Schindler, James Taylor, Lilian Boehringer, Autun Purser, Rushan M Sabirov, Henk-Jan Hoving

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a high level of interest and engagement, with examples such as mentions of the octopod’s feeding behavior and migration, and reactions to the shared footage highlighting the discovery’s novelty. Words like 'amazing' and references to visual content underscore both enthusiasm and the significance attributed to the research, emphasizing its contribution to understanding deep-sea behaviors.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the research provides valuable insights into deep-sea cephalopod behaviors, with some references to the novelty of the migration behavior.

InterestHigh interest

The topic excites many participants, especially those fascinated by marine life and deep-sea ecology, evident through enthusiastic language and positive reactions.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include specific references to observed behavior, mentions of related imagery, and discussions about the implications, showing active engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Although the discussions highlight excitement and interest, the overall perceived impact on broader scientific or environmental issues appears moderate, mainly emphasizing the curiosity and visual appeal.

Abstract in brief

  • Deep-sea octopods, especially the gelatinous Cirrata, are among the deepest-living cephalopods and their feeding behaviors are largely unknown.
  • Researchers observed these octopods drifting motionless in the water column and engaging in a specific feeding sequence on the seafloor, which involves web spreading, enveloping prey, and retreating.
  • This migration behavior, combining drifting in the water and feeding on the seafloor, is a novel discovery for cephalopods and suggests an energy-efficient way to forage while avoiding predators, highlighting the importance of deep-sea observations to understand marine megafauna behaviors.

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(福) Jeff Day
@jeffday · X

@deepseauwa whoa, you might've caught this individual feeding/foraging? motion looks extremely similar to the sequence described here: https://t.co/B9fLs5nhJJ

Sep 22, 2023 · 57 likes · 1 share · 1,830 followers View post →
Jeff Day
@jeffday.bsky.social · Bluesky

geomar released a beautiful video accompaniment to this

Jul 6, 2023 · 30 likes · 12 shares View post →
Jeff Day
@jeffday.bsky.social · Bluesky

really cool new paper

Jul 1, 2023 · 22 likes · 11 shares View post →
Dr. Diana Li
@dianateuthis.bsky.social · Bluesky

For all the deep sea octo fans out there

Jul 6, 2023 · 9 likes · 2 shares View post →
Dr. Melanie Bergmann
@MelanieBergma18 · X

Nice new paper on my favourites

Jun 27, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 6,434 followers View post →
REV Ocean
@rev_ocean · X

Jun 28, 2023 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 3,031 followers View post →

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Luuna Zuum
@LuunaZuum · X

Miles down for lunch: #deep_sea in situ observations of #Arctic_finned_octopods_Cirroteuthis_muelleri suggest #pelagic_benthic feeding #migration Note: more drilling and mining will destroy such habitat Read more: https://t.co/VaYLp4eDjU

Jan 10, 2025 · 184 followers View post →
三日月あかり
@mikage__akari · X

論文について気になった方はこちら~ 'Miles down for lunch: deep-sea in situ observations of Arctic finned octopods Cirroteuthis muelleri suggest pelagic–benthic feeding migration'

Dec 17, 2023 · 1 like · 900 followers View post →
Yolanda Lucas
@mercurysense · X

RT @jeffday: @deepseauwa whoa, you might've caught this individual feeding/foraging? motion looks extremely similar to the sequence describ…

Sep 22, 2023 · 1 share · 354 followers View post →
(福) Jeff Day
@jeffday · X

@deepseauwa similar to this sequence albeit with more of a tip-toe type movement (can i even say that for a cephalopod) https://t.co/6Uwf3xqFLY

Sep 22, 2023 · 4 likes · 1,831 followers View post →
(福) Jeff Day
@jeffday · X

@deepseauwa whoa, you might've caught this individual feeding/foraging? motion looks extremely similar to the sequence described here: https://t.co/B9fLs5nhJJ

Sep 22, 2023 · 57 likes · 1 share · 1,830 followers View post →
Ben John
@benjohn65 · X

RT @rev_ocean:

Aug 2, 2023 · 2 shares · 793 followers View post →
Squid wizard
@Sorceras · X

RT @SVSchindler: Ever wondered how deep-sea octopods spend their lunch break? Using imagery from various expeditions, we described the nat…

Jul 14, 2023 · 1 share · 155 followers View post →
Sophie Valerie Schindler
@SVSchindler · X

Ever wondered how deep-sea octopods spend their lunch break? Using imagery from various expeditions, we described the natural feeding behaviour of Cirroteuthis muelleri and how its downward migration is novel for cephalopods. For more,check Golikov et al: https://t.co/QKuZhZPvce https://t.co/IfKYLlG0hH

Jul 14, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 34 followers View post →
(福) Jeff Day
@jeffday · X

RT @rev_ocean:

Jul 13, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,831 followers View post →
REV Ocean
@rev_ocean · X

Jul 13, 2023 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 3,031 followers View post →
Jeff Day
@jeffday.bsky.social · Bluesky

geomar released a beautiful video accompaniment to this

Jul 6, 2023 · 30 likes · 12 shares View post →
Dr. Diana Li
@dianateuthis.bsky.social · Bluesky

For all the deep sea octo fans out there

Jul 6, 2023 · 9 likes · 2 shares View post →
Ryan Howard
@AbyssalAquanaut · X

Amazing footage of cirrate arctic octopods feeding along the benthos filmed by @GEOMAR_en #Cephalopodlove https://t.co/4Reh4L1ucK

Jul 6, 2023 · 117 followers View post →
Jeff Day
@jeffday.bsky.social · Bluesky

really cool new paper

Jul 1, 2023 · 22 likes · 11 shares View post →
Yuko
@247_yuko · X

RT @rev_ocean:

Jun 28, 2023 · 2 shares · 595 followers View post →
REV Ocean
@rev_ocean · X

Jun 28, 2023 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 3,031 followers View post →
AWI Media
@AWI_Media · X

RT @MelanieBergma18: Nice new paper on my favourites

Jun 27, 2023 · 1 share · 6,756 followers View post →
Dr. Melanie Bergmann
@MelanieBergma18 · X

Nice new paper on my favourites

Jun 27, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 6,434 followers View post →