Fishing for Verrill's two-spot octopus

Octopus bimaculatus

Verrill's two-spot octopus is a small marine cephalopod distinguished by its soft body and two prominent eye-like spots on either side of its head. Found in the shallow coastal waters of the Atlantic Ocean, it typically has an arm span of up to 20 inches. This octopus is known for its reclusive and nocturnal behavior, often hiding in crevices and utilizing its camouflage abilities to avoid predators. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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