Is an octopus a vertebrate or an invertebrate?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether an octopus is classified as a vertebrate or an invertebrate, which relates to its biological classification in the animal kingdom. The user seeks to understand the characteristics that define octopuses in relation to these two categories.
Answer
invertebrate
The final answer is invertebrate
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is invertebrate
More Information
An octopus belongs to the cephalopod group, which includes squid, cuttlefish, and nautiluses. They are known for their intelligence and complex nervous systems.
Sources
- Can an octopus get to know you? - Library of Congress - loc.gov
- Are Octopuses Vertebrates or Invertebrates? - OctoNation - octonation.com
- Octopus | National Wildlife Federation - nwf.org
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