A cephalopod is any member of the molluscan class Cephalopoda (Greek plural Κεφαλόποδα (kephalópoda); "head-feet"). These exclusively marine animals are characterized by bilateral body symmetry, a prominent head, and a set of arms or tentacles (muscular hydrostats) modified from the primitive molluscan foot. Fishermen sometimes call them inkfish, referring to their common ability to squirt ink. The study of cephalopods is a branch of malacology known as teuthology. Cephalopods became dominant during the Ordovician period, represented by primitive nautiloids. The class now contains two, only distantly related, extant subclasses: Coleoidea, which includes octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish; and Nautiloidea, represented by Nautilus and Allonautilus. In the Coleoidea, the molluscan shell has been internalized or is absent, whereas in the Nautiloidea, the external shell remains. About 800 living species of cephalopods have been identified. Two important extinct taxa are the Ammonoidea (ammonites) and Belemnoidea (belemnites). Let me take a shot in the dark. You're more interested in the non-cephalopod creature featured in the photo.
Come On In, The Water's Great!
From above.
From below.
Rotorhead Goes Fishing.
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Winter Roi Hunt from rotorhead guy on Vimeo.
Hawaiian style, spearfishing that is, not with a net.
This brings back many memories. Mahalo Rotorhead.
Fish On Fridays.
Let's go fishing!
Willard Wednesday. "A One Percenter's Launch"
Willard's wife's Wally?
Does she really need two?
Boat Of The Day.
What is it, Joe? Hot Tub Time Machine?
Hot Tub Boats is a concept born out of necessity. Ok, maybe it was a bit more of a “want” but sometimes the line between the two is a bit blurry. That’s what living on a boat through many, wet Seattle winters will drive one to create.
Hot Tub Boats is an independent business in the Seattle Metro area. Concept, design, build and execution have all been in-house by a small, devoted team of shipwrights. We are committed to preserving our community, job growth and protecting our valuable and abundant waterways.
Our free thinking environment allowed us to break the mold and create a Revolutionary design. By merging classic wooden boat design with radical concepts we created a truly one of a kind vessel.
What is the Hot Tub Boat experience?
Hot Tub Boats offers one of the most luxurious and magical experiences. More specifically, we provide comfort and relaxation, with a revolving scenery of a beautiful and extraordinary city or any remote location.
Sailing Near A Coastal Cliff.
I have nightmares about wrecking against rocks. Give me the open sea.
Tillerman Tuesday. "A One Percenter's Dinghy."
It's just like a Laser!
Okay, answer me this. How does one person handle a 60 foot yacht? Why do you need a 60 foot yacht if you are sailing solo?
Monday's Mermaids.
Les belles jeunes sirènes.
Swimming in high heels, now that's a feat!
Have A Great Weekend!
Try and make it out onto or into the water this weekend.
Merci Charlot for the fishing wahine.
Wave Of The Day.
How hot do you think the water is?
Le Bateau De La Journée.
Vive la République, vive la France !
Nice lines.
Fish On Fridays. (Poisson Le Vendredi.)
Australian Pineapplefish: (Scientific name: Cleidopus gloriamaris. Family: Monocentrididae.) Found in caves and under ledges of rocky, occasionally coral-reef habitats. Max length of about 22cm. Found in depths from 6m to 200m.
Ah-ha, you weren't expecting a fish, were you?
Stolen from Friday Fish Time.
Friday Fishwrap.
Why you shouldn't record yourself singing whilst drinking. You could start singing in French.
Taru...something related to pirates??? Who cares....and her friends. Vive la différence ! (oops, that's in French. Bourbon stay away from me.)
Hubba, hubba, there's nothing moldy about Moldy's Friday Pin Up.
Das wollen wir sehen! Ah-oh, that's in German. Etape 4 - Jour 10 : Lavage et rinçage ! (no, no, no, not French.)
Äntligen fredag…What language is that, Joe? Äntligen lite riktigt drag i Volvo Ocean Race. Go Groupama!
Pas la chose plus intelligente à faire. Plus de français ! Ce n'est pas acceptable aux États-Unis.
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Shoal of Scad in Bonaire - Canon 5Dmk II Underwater Video from Backscatter on Vimeo. Via Drysuit.
If At First You Don't Succeed, Try, Try Again.
I know honey, this cruise didn't turn out the way we wanted. But let's give them a second chance. What are the odds of them screwing it up again?
What do you mean we have no power? So are you telling me I won't be getting my rum and coke?
Not exactly what I call good for the brand.
I guess it wasn't the Love Boat.
Rescue From A Cold Sea.
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The trawler Trec'her ran aground on Wednesday (2/29) morning at 6:30 about 800 meters from the shore of Île de Batz. The video above shows the dramatic rescue of the crew was by the French Navy. Est-ce que je peux avoir un coup de bourbon ?
Open Wide And Say Ahhh.
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Try not to fall, old son. You could become lunch.
Why is this guy paddling with a Great White?
I Miss Hawaii.
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Hawai'i no ka oi!
Are Laser Sailors Scary?
Mr. Google thinks that they are.
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Oh my God, it's Clay Johnson! Run for the hills.
Wooooooo, Andrew Campbell. Spooky dude, spooky!
Laser sailors are scary good. So maybe Mr. Google stumbled upon the truth. If you want to be a good sailor, start out in a dinghy. Yes, even a Laser.
Thank you to the Tillerman for the inspiration.
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