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Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus_marginatus)-2 Jahir, Lembeh. Is the same octopuses as in the previous spotting. it is just to show how not only can change colors but also texture. In further spottings I will show interesting color changes for this species.<br />
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Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus_marginatus)-2

Jahir, Lembeh. Is the same octopuses as in the previous spotting. it is just to show how not only can change colors but also texture. In further spottings I will show interesting color changes for this species.

Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus_marginatus)-1 Jahir, Lembeh.<br />
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https://www.jungledragon.com/image/63301/coconut_octopus_amphioctopus_marginatus-2.html Amphioctopus marginatus,Coconut octopus,Geotagged,Indonesia,Spring

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  1. Cool! I've cross-linked them so its easier to quickly see the before and after :) Posted 7 years ago

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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 Patomarazul
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Uploaded Jul 20, 2018. Captured May 15, 2018 05:59 in Unnamed Road, Kota Bitung, Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia.
  • TG-5
  • f/6.3
  • 1/200s
  • ISO200
  • 16.48mm