Common Octopus

Octopus vulgaris

Explore the Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Common Octopus is a cephalopod of coastal marine habitats in parts of the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions of Africa, Asia, and Europe. It uses flexible arms, a beak, camouflage, and jet propulsion to hunt crustaceans and other prey while avoiding predators. It is an important predator and fishery species in many coastal food webs.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Mollusca › Cephalopods › Octopoda › Octopodidae › Octopus

Habitat and distribution

Regions in this record: Africa, Asia, Europe

Demonstration note

[DEMO] Common octopuses can change both the colour and texture of their skin in moments.