Ologies with Alie Ward Teuthological Ludology (ACTUAL SQUID GAMES, NOT THE TV SHOW) with Sarah McAnulty
Nov 3, 2021
Dr. Sarah McAnulty, a squid expert and founder of Skype a Scientist, dives into the playful and sometimes deceptive world of squids. She shares hilarious stories, revealing how these creatures use ink clouds to escape and even engage in clever mating tactics. Explore the unique social dynamics and impressive camouflage abilities of cephalopods, along with quirky trivia from a fun squid hotline. This conversation is full of deep-sea gossip and fascinating insights about these intelligent marine beings!
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First Meeting
- Alie Ward recalls picking up Sarah McAnulty from a train station in Connecticut for their first meeting.
- McAnulty's car had a personalized license plate reading "SQUIDS."
Squid Mobile and Hotline
- Sarah McAnulty's car has the license plate "SQUIDS" and a hotline number for squid facts.
- People can text "SQUIDS!" to 1-833-SCI-TEXT for squid facts.
Squid Tricks as Games
- Squids use tricks for hunting, predator avoidance, and seemingly just for fun.
- These tricks, while not strictly games, offer a lens into complex cephalopod behavior.