Octopuses Have a Favorite Arm

Octopuses Have a Favorite Arm

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explores handedness, or lateralization, across various species, including humans, dogs, cats, great apes, marsupials, whales, and octopuses. It highlights how different species exhibit preferences for using one side of their body over the other, often depending on the task. Studies show that while humans generally prefer the right hand, other animals may show individual or species-level preferences. The video also discusses how environmental factors and specific tasks can influence these preferences.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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