Milwaukee, Wisconsin — On May 24, the Milwaukee County Zoo shared a video of Flurry, its female giant Pacific octopus, captivating viewers as she moved through her tank.

Flurry weighs around 10 pounds and is believed to be about 1 year old.

The zoo’s animal care team describes her as laid back, with most of her activity taking place in the late afternoon.

One remarkable feature of the giant Pacific octopus is its 250 suction cups per arm, each of which can be controlled independently.

The video has brought attention to Flurry’s unique behavior and the extraordinary biology of her species.

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