Some members of an octopus species hunt cooperatively in groups with fish, a new study found — an indication that some octopuses have richer social lives than scientists understood.

Some members of an octopus species hunt cooperatively in groups with fish, a new study found — an indication that some octopuses have richer social lives than scientists understood.

An octopus patrols a shallow reef, searching for food–and it’s not alone. A flurry of fish move alongside it, in a group hunting phenomenon observed in multiple marine locations around the world. Scientists have known that octopuses are smart;

Octopuses and fish are routinely seen working together on the ocean floor, and now scientists say that the cephalopods are the leaders of the pack.

An octopus will work with several different species of fish to find and catch prey - and punch those that aren't helping

Octopuses punch fish in the face when they step out of line while hunting together, a study has found. The jab to the head demotes a fish to the outside of the group and helps maintain order and discipline in the two-species pack,

Octopuses and fish hunt together, taking it in turns to lead – study - Researchers analysed data from 120 hours of dives.