Grimpoteuthis boylei [Grimpoteuthis boylei]
Description
Often called a “dumbo” octopus, this deep-sea species is known for its soft, ear-like fins and slow, drifting swimming style. Divers who encounter it typically see a gentle, hovering silhouette against the dark water, with long arms held out as it explores the seafloor.
Where To See Grimpoteuthis boylei
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cephalopods
Cephalopoda
|
| Order |
Coleoids
Coleoidea
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| Family |
Octopuses & related cephalopods
Octopodiformes
|
| Genus |
Kraken Octopods
Octopoda
|
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