Product Description

Call it a case of mistaken identity. When it comes to camouflage, chameleons get all the attention. But the often-overlooked cuttlefish is the real master of disguise. Cousins of the squid and octopus, cuttlefish are among the most unusual animals on our planet. These shape-shifting creatures can hypnotize their prey, impersonate the opposite sex and even kill with lightning-fast speed. More accomplished masters of disguise than any chameleon, they have an incredible ability to morph their skin color – even their shape – to blend into most any background. Cuttlefish also have one of the largest brain-to-body ratios among the invertebrates. With stunning underwater footage and in-depth expert interviews, NOVA gets up close and personal with this astonishing brainy bunch.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #25834 in DVD
• Brand: WGBH BOSTON VIDEO
• Released on: 2007-06-26
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds
• Running time: 56 minutes

Customer Reviews

You'll be amazed!
WOW! Nova really hit the mark this time with its cuttlefish video. I asked my students to watch it on PBS and they were beaming the next day, full of questions and awe! From the surreptitious smaller males who slip in and mate with the females while the larger ones are battling it out, to the small, walking (yes, walking) cuttlefish that will make you smile, but watch out, it's actually poisonous, these highly-advanced mollusks will make you think differently about invertebrates. KUDOS to NOVA for making such a great documentary on a not-so-well-known group of animals!

Unbelievable!
This was one of the most amazing NOVA shows I've ever seen. I have a degree in Biology, and I'm ashamed to say I don't recall ever even hearing about these animals. I, like many of its prey, was mesmorized by these fascinating creatures. The footage was breath-taking, and the science of how they do such amazing things is equally so. I couldn't stop talking about these fantastic creatures for days after seeing the show. I would give 10 stars if I could. I can't wait to own this myself!

The Most Amazing Thing I Have Ever Seen!
This documentary made me wish I was younger and just entering college because I would go into marine biology just so I could study this amazing creature. Wow! You won't even believe what this animal can do. The cuttlefish truly shows how amazing nature really is.