How big is the Two-spot octopus?

Two-spot octopus (Octopus bimaculatus) reaches 30–70 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Two-spot octopus?

Two-spot octopus is found between 1–50 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Two-spot octopus?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Two-spot octopus?

Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Two-spot octopus (Octopus bimaculatus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Octopus bimaculatus
Common name: Two-spot octopus
Category: Molluscs
Family: Octopodidae
Genus: Octopus
Size: 30–70 cm
Depth: 1–50 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: rocky-reef
Behaviours: benthic, nocturnal
Ocean zones: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific

Description

Octopus bimaculatus reaches 70 cm arm span. Octopus (Octopodidae) East Pacific temperate to subtropical from central California to Baja California with red-brown to marbled-brown body highly variable according to mood and camouflage, characterized by two large blue-green ocelli as false eyes under true eyes (hence bimaculatus). Lives from 1 to 50 m on rocky reefs, hidden in dens. Nocturnal, intelligent, changes color and texture. Predator of crustaceans and shells. Classic dive photo subject of California kelp forests, very photogenic.

Photo of Two-spot octopus

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Two-spot octopus?: Two-spot octopus (Octopus bimaculatus) reaches 30–70 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Two-spot octopus?: Two-spot octopus is found between 1–50 m deep.
Is the Two-spot octopus dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Two-spot octopus?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Two-spot octopus?: Found in: Caribbean, Eastern Pacific.

Other species in the genus Octopus

Other species in the family Octopodidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 341951)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2289658)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia