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Giant Pacific octopus

Enteroctopus dofleini

Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini)Common
Molluskcarnivore

The giant octopus is a clever, eight-armed mollusk that lives in the cold waters of the North Pacific. It belongs to a group of cephalopods known for their intelligence and problem-solving skills. This species is one of the largest octopuses, with a talent for camouflage and squeezing into tight spaces.

  • Changes color and texture to blend with its surroundings.
  • Has three hearts that pump blue blood.
  • Can solve puzzles and open jars to reach food.
OceanNorth AmericaAsia
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At a glance

Classification
Mollusk
Scientific name
Enteroctopus dofleini
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
North America, Asia
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
giant
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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