Cuttlefish

About Cuttlefish

Intelligent and mesmerizing, cuttlefish can change color and texture in milliseconds. They are commonly seen on tropical reefs and are favorites among underwater photographers.

Quick Facts

• Habitat: Tropical to temperate coastal waters, coral reefs, seagrass beds, and sandy substrates
• Diet: Small fish, crabs, shrimp, and other crustaceans—stalked and captured with specialised tentacles
• Best season: Year-round; Whyalla giant cuttlefish aggregation May-August

Fun Facts

Cuttlefish have three hearts and green-blue blood,They can display two completely different patterns on each side of their body simultaneously,Males sometimes disguise themselves as females to sneak past rival males,Their cuttlebone is used by pet birds as a calcium supplement

Diving Tips

Cuttlefish are curious and often allow close approach. Watch for their hypnotic colour displays during hunting.