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Over the last decade, scientists have discovered that octopuses aren’t always lone beasts. In fact, octopuses engage in rich, fascinating and unusual behaviours when they interact with each other.

‘Underwater city’ reveals mysterious octopus world

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Fish

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In an incredible feat of strength and problem solving, saddleback clownfish (Amphiprion polymnus) have been filmed working together to move objects across the sea floor for the very first time. This remarkable behaviour was captured on camera by the Blue Planet II crew and the footage is being utilised in a scientific study.

Clownfish’s incredible show of strength

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A tiger mother needs to divide her duties between hunting and looking after her playing kittens.

Cute tiger cubs playing

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Red the lion finding himself surrounded by a clan of over twenty hyenas. Can his ally Tatu save him in time?

Lion trapped by clan of hyenas

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