Octopus americanus [Octopus americanus]
Description
Octopus americanus is a compact octopus often found near rocky bottoms, where it patrols small territories and hides in shelters. Divers may see it peering out from a den, then performing quick, deliberate movements—sometimes extending an arm to test the environment before retreating.
Where To See Octopus americanus
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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