Fishing for Hammer octopus

Octopus australis
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The hammer octopus is a unique marine species known for its distinctive hammer-shaped head. It typically measures around 24 inches in length and weighs up to 15 pounds. Inhabiting coastal waters, it thrives in rocky and coral reef environments. Its diet consists primarily of crustaceans and small fish. The hammer octopus is noted for its intelligence and complex hunting strategies. This summary is AI generated

nico.vasquez, Fishbrain Pro angler since 2020

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Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

98 ft - 1640 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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