Regents of the University of Michigan
Animal Diversity Web: Phylum Mollusca (Mollusks)
A great, detailed description of mollusks. Discusses parts of their external and internal anatomy and their functions, and lists several characteristics of mollusks. Tabbed pages include pictures, specimens and classification.
Other
The Cephalopod Page: What Behavior Can We Expect of Octopuses?
The navigation and spatial skills, tool use, play, and personalities of octopuses are covered in the studies discussed in this article.
Other
National Aquarium: Giant Pacific Octopus
A thorough site that describes the physical characteristics of the Pacific Octopus, examines its diet and habitat, and references its natural predators.
PBS
Pbs Nature: Octopus
Come and discover what octopi eat and where they live when you visit this resource. Students and teachers will benefit from this clear and concise presentation of information.
Other
Dalhousie University: Australian Giant Cuttlefish
This site from the Dalhousie University provides many great pictures of the Australian Giant Cuttlefish!
Other
Dalhousie University: The Common Cuttlefish
This site from the Dalhousie University provides a great picture and information on the common cuttlefish.
Other
Dalhousie University: The Pharaoh Cuttlefish
This site from the Dalhousie University provides a great picture of the pharaoh cuttlefish, but minimal information.
Encyclopedia of Life
Encyclopedia of Life: Cephalopods
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Cephalopods (Cephalopoda), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this class and maps of its global distribution can also be found here.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Creatures of the Deep: Spineless, but Smart
Investigate scientists' explorations of octopus middens, or garbage piles, and apply this scientific observation to an examination of a school lost-and-found collection. Create an inventory and analyze the objects from various perspectives.