Cuttlefish suckers reveal how they grip rough prey—and could inspire better technology

EngineeringNews newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

Cephalopods are a group of soft-bodied marine mollusks that include cuttlefish, octopuses, squid and nautiluses. Many of these mollusks have muscular suckers on their arms that allow them to seize prey or grip other surfaces in their surroundings.

Cephalopods are a group of soft-bodied marine mollusks that include cuttlefish, octopuses, squid and nautiluses. Many of these mollusks have muscular suckers on their arms that allow them to seize prey or grip other surfaces in their surroundings. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking engineering. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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