World Octopus Day: Date, Significance & All You Need To Know

World Octopus Day: Date, Significance & All You Need To Know

World Octopus Day is observed on October 8 with the aim to acknowledge and spread awareness about the aquatic creature.

FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Saturday, October 07, 2023, 03:04 PM IST
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Octopus/Representative image | PETA

You might have come across several predictions, memes, cringe videos, folklore, and math puzzles revolving around octopuses. But did you know that there's a day dedicated to them? On October 8, the globe observes World Octopus Day to mark the eight-legged creature's existence and importance.

History and significance

Reportedly, it is the Octopus News Magazine Online (TONMO) that is behind establishing a day for the aquatic animal. October 8, 2007 was the first commemoration of World Octopus Day. TONMO founded the global occasion to acknowledge the biological diversity of the cephalopods. The day also aims to spread awareness about the species and propagate the idea of conserving these sea animals.

Interesting Facts

The Giant Pacific Octopus is the largest and longest-living species of its kind. They grow to weigh more than 600 pounds, although that is unusual in some cases. They are generally only between 45 and 60 pounds. The animal is known for its short life span - some species live for as little as six months, while the maximum they breathe is not more than a couple of years.

On World Octopus Day, nature and wildlife enthusiasts take a trip to the water to spot, click, and spend time with the animal. Many tune into videos and live shows about the animal, their habitat and more.

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