IYou can easily identify this colorful octopus by the circular blue eyespots on each side of its head. This octopus prefers living in shallow ocean waters-and relies on being able to reach the sandy bottoms of the water in order to hide in rocks and crevices found there. The coconut octopus has the foresight to carry around coconut shells to use as protective shelters when it is out exploring-to ensure it has someplace to hide should a predator show up. IThis octopus has to be my favorite of the ones on this list-they find shells in the ocean and hide in them or carry them around. Phew! You’ve made it through the first four types of octopus. They know they are one of the most unique-looking octopuses-with a very large head and eyes that seem too large for the rest of their body. Like all octopuses-the common octopus is very flexible! They can easily squeeze through narrow cracks and small holes. IThis octopus isn’t easily offended-and doesn’t mind at all being called common. It is probably one of the most easily recognizable octopuses because of its bright reddish-pink color. The giant Pacific octopus enjoys a life of solitude and enjoys spending time alone in their den-only venturing out to hunt for food. II’m sure it’s no surprise that the giant Pacific octopus is largest octopus species. It can “mimic” 15 different species (that we know of)! Divers have reportedly seen mimic octopuses imitating even more wild species, such as anemones, jellyfish, feather stars, giant crabs, mantis shrimp, seahorses and more. In addition to changing its color and texture, the mimic octopus will change the way it moves its arms to impersonate a variety of other marine species. This sneaky octopus has taken camouflage to a whole new level.
IThe mimic octopus is the ultimate master of disguise. Fortunately, the blue-ringed octopus isn’t aggressive it’s only likely to bite humans if cornered or handled. Its bite is usually painless, so you might not know you’ve been bitten until it’s too late.
It’s best to keep your distance if you encounter a blue-ringed octopus in the ocean. Its venom is 1,000 times more powerful than cyanide, and this tiny octopus packs enough venom to kill 26 humans within minutes. ISmall, but deadly-the blue-ringed octopus is recognized as one of the most dangerous animals in the ocean. BUT, did you know that there is a range of different species of octopuses that each have their own unique skills and characteristics? Here are eight octopuses that YOU need to meet. This handy camouflage keeps them safe from predators.Ĭertainly, as an ocean enthusiast-you already knew each of those fun facts about the octopus.
COCONUT OCTOPUS SKIN
Octopuses have a superpower-worthy defense mechanism-spraying ink as a smokescreen to avoid being eaten. And, let’s face it-if you played a game of hide and seek with an octopus-eight hands down-you would lose! They can change the color and texture of their skin to match their surroundings. They are extremely intelligent-earning the title of the smartest invertebrates in the world. I know everyone reading this blog will agree that octopuses are completely fascinating. Out of all the animals that live in the ocean-octopuses have to be one of my favorite.