Did you know that giant Pacific octopuses get “attached” to their aquarists—in a good way? These intelligent animals recognize our staff and may even embrace them after a long absence.

Octopuses (octopi?) are mildly freaky yet awesome

I actually just teared up in sheer joy. I WANT AN OCTOPUS TO MISS ME AND HUG ME WHEN I COME BACK. WAH 3:

(Source: montereybayaquarium, via viviandemilo)