California Two-spot Octopus [Octopus bimaculoides]
Description
Divers often spot this octopus tucked into rocky crevices or under ledges, where it uses camouflage to blend into the seafloor. It’s known for its curious, alert behavior—when it feels safe, it may slowly emerge to investigate passing divers before retreating back into its den.
Where To See California Two-spot Octopus
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cephalopods
Cephalopoda
|
| Order |
Kraken Octopods
Octopoda
|
| Family |
Octopuses
Octopodidae
|
| Genus |
Octopus
Octopus
|
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