Octopus - Image

Octopus - master of camouflage

Cephalopod mollusc belonging to the Octopod order. Easily recognised by its large, globular head which is distinct from the rest of the body, formed by eight tentacles with double rows of suckers. Colouring is variable due to its mimetic abilities. Found on rocky or detrital beds with crevices, from a few meters to over 100. Maximum size 60 centimeters.


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Octopus - master of camouflage

by Dieter


Uploaded on July 13, 2022


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Camera: SeaLife
Model: DC1200
Creation Date: 2017:02:24 20:42:21
Image width: 2046 px
Image height: 1347 px
Image size: 2.29MB
Aperature: f/4.0
Exposure: 1/60
ISO - speed: 100

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