AmaZing Animals
Viewing comments for Chapter 15 "AmaZing Animal - O"The A-Z of animals and facts
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Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
You have certainly given meaningful information about the Octopus. The makeup of its body is quite amazing. It has all the tools it needs to get food and to sneak up on unknowing prey. You have covered its subterfuge activities and the malleable body parts that help it accomplish its goals. The book will be stellar.
PS: Where you say "Not being an creature" an s/b "a"
When you say "and became easy prey" became s/b "become"
Well done. Ralf
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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You have certainly given meaningful information about the Octopus. The makeup of its body is quite amazing. It has all the tools it needs to get food and to sneak up on unknowing prey. You have covered its subterfuge activities and the malleable body parts that help it accomplish its goals. The book will be stellar.
PS: Where you say "Not being an creature" an s/b "a"
When you say "and became easy prey" became s/b "become"
Well done. Ralf
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Thank you so much for another lovely review, Ralf, and for pointing out the errors, I've been straight back and corrected them! I'm really pleased you are still enjoying my ABC book. Big hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
Comment from Irene Bratton
Another great one! You're doing such an AmaZing job with these. Haha, see what I did there? Ok, moving on...I love how you start every one with a poem and this one is so cute. Personally, I think it would sound better if you left out "got" in the first line but that's just me. I also notice a couple of instances in later parts where it seems like "octopus" should be plural but you've used the singular form. One last thing is in, "This is most likely because they are born near the surface and became easy prey..." seems like "became" should be "become." These are just minor things that you've probably already noticed but I thought I'd mention them since no one else had. This is a great job, Sandra. Thank you so much for writing these educational stories. I love them.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Another great one! You're doing such an AmaZing job with these. Haha, see what I did there? Ok, moving on...I love how you start every one with a poem and this one is so cute. Personally, I think it would sound better if you left out "got" in the first line but that's just me. I also notice a couple of instances in later parts where it seems like "octopus" should be plural but you've used the singular form. One last thing is in, "This is most likely because they are born near the surface and became easy prey..." seems like "became" should be "become." These are just minor things that you've probably already noticed but I thought I'd mention them since no one else had. This is a great job, Sandra. Thank you so much for writing these educational stories. I love them.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Lol, I love the, AmaZing! I have made all those corrections, Charley, I must have been editing it as you were reading. Another reviewer pointed them out, but I'm so very grateful to you for doing it too. I am always so humbled when people take the time to tell me. Thank you. I'm delighted you are still enjoying my series, and hope you will continue to come along. :)) Sandra xxx
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You're so welcome. I think they must have submitted theirs while I was writing mine. I hate repeating what others say so I purposely read all reviews first. They beat me to it. :)
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I'm the same, but I'd rather have the errors pointed out twice, than no one tell me where I've gone wrong. I'll always appreciate the time you take. xx
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I feel the same way. ;)
Comment from robyn corum
Sandra,
Another really cool post about one of the wonders of this mighty world. My. It's an amazing place, isn't it? Even with all the Corona nonsense and craziness in the streets. If we just take a moment to look around us. Look what's here. Wow.
I did see a few things you might want to check on -- made you some notes, too. Though you certainly don't have to agree. Some of it may be due to our localities???
1.) Poisons will work their deadly deed if you touch (them), breath (them) in, or eat (them), while venoms are injected straight into your body when (an octopus bites) or sting(s) you.
2.) There are around 300 different types of octopus, and they live in every ocean in the world, but wherever they set up home it will be in salt water, they don't like toxins, which, unfortunately, the seas and oceans have plenty of now.
-->There are around 300 different types of octopus, and they're at home in every salt-water ocean in the world. Unfortunately, they do not like the toxins which are filling our seas and oceans these days.
3.) Some live in the shallow water, and some live down as far as 6.600 feet. You would most likely see some around the coral reefs and ocean floor, though.
-->Some live in shallow water, while some live as deep as 6(,)600 feet. (Over a mile down!) You might find octopus around coral reefs as well as near ocean floors.
4.) Although octopus(es) have eight limbs that are covered in sucke(r)s,
5.) giving the escaping octopus an even bigger chance to get away(.)
6.) with whatever shells and weed(s) they can find.
7.) near the surface and bec(o)me easy prey for
I hope this may help. I really enjoy these articles and I agree that they are good for all ages. I am still burning over that reviewer who said they might not be good for your dyslexic grandson OR for youngsters. Ick.
Keep up the great work!
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reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Sandra,
Another really cool post about one of the wonders of this mighty world. My. It's an amazing place, isn't it? Even with all the Corona nonsense and craziness in the streets. If we just take a moment to look around us. Look what's here. Wow.
I did see a few things you might want to check on -- made you some notes, too. Though you certainly don't have to agree. Some of it may be due to our localities???
1.) Poisons will work their deadly deed if you touch (them), breath (them) in, or eat (them), while venoms are injected straight into your body when (an octopus bites) or sting(s) you.
2.) There are around 300 different types of octopus, and they live in every ocean in the world, but wherever they set up home it will be in salt water, they don't like toxins, which, unfortunately, the seas and oceans have plenty of now.
-->There are around 300 different types of octopus, and they're at home in every salt-water ocean in the world. Unfortunately, they do not like the toxins which are filling our seas and oceans these days.
3.) Some live in the shallow water, and some live down as far as 6.600 feet. You would most likely see some around the coral reefs and ocean floor, though.
-->Some live in shallow water, while some live as deep as 6(,)600 feet. (Over a mile down!) You might find octopus around coral reefs as well as near ocean floors.
4.) Although octopus(es) have eight limbs that are covered in sucke(r)s,
5.) giving the escaping octopus an even bigger chance to get away(.)
6.) with whatever shells and weed(s) they can find.
7.) near the surface and bec(o)me easy prey for
I hope this may help. I really enjoy these articles and I agree that they are good for all ages. I am still burning over that reviewer who said they might not be good for your dyslexic grandson OR for youngsters. Ick.
Keep up the great work!
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Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Thank you so much for taking all that time to tell me about those great big nits, Robyn, I've changed them all, they were excellent suggestions as well as the errors. The last thing I need is a book full of errors!
I was a bit worried after reading what that reviewer said, but you're not the only one who said she was wrong. Thanks for your wonderful encouragement, my friend. Big hugs. Sandra.
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Well, I wouldn't have called them 'great big nits' -- but if you're saying I saved your life... well, yes, I suppose I would agree to that. Humbly, of course.
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LOL!!! Love you to bits!! xx
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Comment from Ulla
Hahahahaha, Sandra, I loved this bit about the female eating her mate. It just goes to show, doesn't it? That apart, it's very interesting and again I've learned a lot. As you know, I live in Spain, and here an octopus is not just an octopus. They all have different names to identify which one you want to buy at the fish monger. The one most rated here is the 'pulpo' from Galcia. It is a delicacy, I have to say. Just my little penny's worth. I loved the poem and Graham's drawing. Wonderful! Ulla xxx
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Hahahahaha, Sandra, I loved this bit about the female eating her mate. It just goes to show, doesn't it? That apart, it's very interesting and again I've learned a lot. As you know, I live in Spain, and here an octopus is not just an octopus. They all have different names to identify which one you want to buy at the fish monger. The one most rated here is the 'pulpo' from Galcia. It is a delicacy, I have to say. Just my little penny's worth. I loved the poem and Graham's drawing. Wonderful! Ulla xxx
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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I remember that, I don't like octopus or squid, my Graham does, he was always buying it in Mercadona, they had a brilliant fresh fish counter. It's too rubbery for me, whether that's because of the way it was cooked when I tried it, I don't know, but I remember passing it over the Graham. There was a video on Google about a Chinese lady who filmed herself eating a small live octopus, only it wasn't impressed and stuck its suckers to her face. She was screaming and crying trying to pull it off! Stupid woman. The Chinese eat some pretty weird stuff! Live octopus!!! Madness.
Thank you so much for this lovely review, Ulla, and I'm glad you enjoyed the bit about her eating her mate, LOL, I thought that was hilarious! Not that I recommend it. I don't think Graham would taste that nice. LOL. Thanks again, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
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Hahaha, yes, we are in this trouble because of their eating habits. What you have experienced is that it's been overcooked. It's like prawns, it only needs a very short time and then it's succullent. Trust me. xx
Comment from H. Darwin Reeves
Thanks for posting this informative piece and the additional material. You made it very understandable in a way that appeals to children in the poetic form and to adults in the information about this mysterious animal. Much of this is unknown unless you're a biology or ichthyology major. Good job. Your grandson will enjoy and understand better the octopus.
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Thanks for posting this informative piece and the additional material. You made it very understandable in a way that appeals to children in the poetic form and to adults in the information about this mysterious animal. Much of this is unknown unless you're a biology or ichthyology major. Good job. Your grandson will enjoy and understand better the octopus.
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Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Thank you so much for this lovely review, I'm delighted you enjoyed reading about the octopus. I'm hoping Eric will enjoy it! Lol. :)) Sandra xx
Comment from damommy
So much I never knew about octopuses, such as being highly intelligent. I found it amusing that they are such great escape artists. The video of the octopus on land was a bit creepy. I'd had to see it coming towards me! I marveled at the ways they disguise themselves. There's a lot more to them than I knew. Thanks for all the information.
-covered in suckes [suckers]?
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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So much I never knew about octopuses, such as being highly intelligent. I found it amusing that they are such great escape artists. The video of the octopus on land was a bit creepy. I'd had to see it coming towards me! I marveled at the ways they disguise themselves. There's a lot more to them than I knew. Thanks for all the information.
-covered in suckes [suckers]?
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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I thought that video was a bit creepy, but it was the best one to see the whole creature and how they move. All the other ones were a bit murky with them being under the water. I don't think I'd like to be near one as it came out of the water.
Thank you so much, Yvonne, for this lovely review, and all the stars. I really appreciated both. And, a big thank you for the nit finding!! :)) Sandra xxx
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I didn't mean it as a criticism. I just didn't realize what it would look like on ground.
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Oh, Yvonne, I know that! I was agreeing with you. Lol. you dear lady, it truly is yukky looking and I wouldn't like to meet it on a dark night, let alone in daylight! Bless your heart, sending you another hug!! xxx
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Interesting fact: "In fact octopus completely lack the presence of any bones, which makes them extremely flexible and maneuverable. Because of this octopuses are able to fit into small spaces, squeeze through tiny openings and cracks and hide in areas that would be inaccessible to most predators and vertebrae animals."
I have heard of them being great escape artists because they are capable of squeezing through things nobody could imagine they could. Great job.
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Interesting fact: "In fact octopus completely lack the presence of any bones, which makes them extremely flexible and maneuverable. Because of this octopuses are able to fit into small spaces, squeeze through tiny openings and cracks and hide in areas that would be inaccessible to most predators and vertebrae animals."
I have heard of them being great escape artists because they are capable of squeezing through things nobody could imagine they could. Great job.
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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I was watching a few videos of them, and my word, to see the big ones squeeze though tiny gaps was amazing. I thought the video I added, was a bit creepy, but fun. The poor crab. Nature is wonderful, isn't it? Thank you so much for the lovely stars, Barbara, I'm glad you enjoyed reading it, although, I think you already knew a lot about them. I wondered about their skull, that must be soft as well, but strong enough to protect its brain. Hmm. Thanks again, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
Comment from Pam (respa)
-I actually had a correct guess, Sandra!
-The octopus is quite a character of the sea.
-I had no idea it had legs, teeth, a beak,
could change its color, and could also
fit into small vessels and make itself look
like a conch or a rock.
-If it weren't for the poisoning bit,
it wouldn't be such a harmful fellow!
-I would think it could strangle something
with all of those legs/arms, but it is not aggressive,
and the arms are probably too thick anyway!
-And it is a home decorator, as well.
-This is definitely a multi-talented chap.
-The artwork, photos, and poem are
all very good; a good job with the octopus, too!
-I wonder what will be next:)
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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-I actually had a correct guess, Sandra!
-The octopus is quite a character of the sea.
-I had no idea it had legs, teeth, a beak,
could change its color, and could also
fit into small vessels and make itself look
like a conch or a rock.
-If it weren't for the poisoning bit,
it wouldn't be such a harmful fellow!
-I would think it could strangle something
with all of those legs/arms, but it is not aggressive,
and the arms are probably too thick anyway!
-And it is a home decorator, as well.
-This is definitely a multi-talented chap.
-The artwork, photos, and poem are
all very good; a good job with the octopus, too!
-I wonder what will be next:)
Comment Written 05-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 05-Jul-2020
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Thank you so much for those lovely six stars, and your wonderful review, Pam. When you mentioned octopus, I couldn't let you know, that was half to fun!! LOL. The P will be another interesting one. Thank you for all the lovely things you've said about this one. The octopus has so much going for it, and there was a lot more I could have added, but it would have made it too long. I'm delighted you enjoyed what I did write. Big hugs, my dear friend. :)) Sandra xx
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You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review. I knew you couldn't say anything:) The octopus was definitely able to adapt very well. And I learned that octopi is not the plural, as we all thought here:)
