Fishing for Caribbean reef octopus

Octopus briareus

The Caribbean reef octopus, Octopus briareus, is a medium-sized cephalopod known for its vibrant blue-green coloration and long arms. Inhabiting shallow coral reefs and seagrass beds in the Caribbean Sea and western Atlantic, it can reach an arm span of up to 24 inches and weigh around 3 pounds. It is nocturnal and solitary, exhibiting complex behaviors such as problem-solving and camouflage. This summary is generated by AI

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Caribbean reef octopus

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