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Common octopus

Octopus vulgaris

Photo by The MnMs
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Field Notes

Description:

This is more the common octopus sight. The pictures are from two individuals in the area of Isla de Benidorm (Alicante, Spain).

Habitat:

Rocks, crevices.

Reference Links:

Common Octopus

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
The MnMs
Christiane, I was looking..it may be vulgaris also in your case but better ask the divers in your area..
Christiane
Is this a COMMON OCTOPUS too??? http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/5902130

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PublishedMay 24, 2011

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