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Octopus in a Glass with Eggs This Octopus - Amphioctopus marginatus was carrying her eggs and using a broken glass as her home and protection. Amphioctopus marginatus,Anilao,Batangas,Coconut octopus,Geotagged,Octopus,Philippines,Veined Octopus,Winter Click/tap to enlarge

Octopus in a Glass with Eggs

This Octopus - Amphioctopus marginatus was carrying her eggs and using a broken glass as her home and protection.

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''Amphioctopus marginatus'', also known as the coconut octopus and veined octopus, is a medium-sized cephalopod belonging to the genus ''Amphioctopus''. It is found in tropical waters of the western Pacific Ocean. It commonly preys upon shrimp, crabs, and clams, and displays unusual behavior including bipedal walking and tool use .

Similar species: Octopuses
Species identified by Albert Kang
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Uploaded Jun 9, 2017. Captured Feb 1, 2013 20:24 in PCG Anilao Lighthouse, Mabini, Philippines.
  • DSC-RX100
  • f/8.0
  • 1/320s
  • ISO800
  • 19.98mm