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Coconut Octopus - Amphioctopus marginatus Air Bajo I, Lembeh. Amphioctopus marginatus,Coconut octopus,Geotagged,Indonesia,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

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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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By Patomarazul

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Uploaded Dec 13, 2018. Captured May 26, 2018 03:54 in Unnamed Road, Batukota, Lembeh Utara, Kota Bitung, Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia.
  • TG-5
  • f/5.6
  • 1/160s
  • ISO200
  • 14.41mm