Japanese Pygmy Octopus [Octopus parvus]
Description
This tiny octopus is a treat for divers who slow down and scan the seafloor. It often hides in small shelters and can be surprisingly bold for its size, using quick color changes and arm movements to blend in or startle a curious diver.
Where To See Japanese Pygmy Octopus
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Cephalopods
Cephalopoda
|
| Order |
Kraken Octopods
Octopoda
|
| Family |
Octopuses
Octopodidae
|
| Genus |
Octopus
Octopus
|
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