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Name: D C Whitbeck
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If an octopus is part of a food chain, what does it feed on? What feeds on it?


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Desiree,
An octopus is a very active part of the ocean food chain. Its food includes clams, crabs, lobsters, mussels, and other shell fish. It catches food with it arms and pulls them apart or crushes them. Some octopi can inject poison to paralyze it prey. Sharks and whales enjoy snacking on octopi. Thanks for your curiosity,

Your teacher,
Mr. Whitbeck


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