Southern Blue Ringed Octopus

Hapalochlaena maculosa
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Hapalochlaena maculosa
Other names Blue Ringed Octopus
Size Up to 20 cm (8 in)
Weight Under 30 grams

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Shallow coastal waters in subtidal reefs, rock pools, seagrass beds & areas of shells & rubble
Depth Range 0 - 50 m (164 ft)
Southern Blue Ringed Octopus Distribution