10 Animals That Are Incredibly Friendly Towards Humans

3. Octopuses

Octopuses may seem elusive, but their intelligence and curiosity make them surprisingly interactive with humans. These remarkable invertebrates recognize individual people, engage in playful behaviors, and even extend a tentacle as if to "shake hands." In aquariums, some have been known to escape their tanks just to explore or observe their caretakers, displaying a level of awareness that challenges our understanding of marine life. Their problem-solving skills, adaptability, and apparent desire to engage makes them one of the most intriguing non-mammalian creatures to seek out human interaction, proving that companionship isn’t limited to animals with fur or feathers.