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Giant Pacific octopus shoots video of itself after claiming camera from B.C. divers

Giant Pacific octopus shoots video of itself after claiming camera from B.C. divers
general8/9/2025

Two diving buddies, both of whom are underwater videographers, went Nanoose Bay on the east side of Vancouver Island, a renowned spot for large octopus. To their delight, they were greeted by a curious creature that did some videography of its own.

When it comes to cinematography, a giant Pacific octopus that borrowed a camera from two divers earns a solid "10 out of 10." Underwater videographer John Roney said he and his longtime diving buddy Chris Mullen went out on Aug. 5 to Nanoose Bay on t... [3896 chars]