Like a creature out of a science-fiction movie, the Mimic Octopus has an uncanny talent of impersonating other animals when hunting or for defence. It has been known to impersonate intimidating predators such as the banded-sea snake, the poisonous lionfish and jellyfish. When hunting for crabs, the mimic octopus is capable of impersonating a crab to seduce a potential meal. The mimic octopus is also capable of changing its skin colour and texture to blend in with its enviornment.