Common Octopus
Octopus vulgaris
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Octopus vulgaris
Other names
Gloomy Octopus
Size
Up to 2 m (6.56 ft) full arm span
Weight
Up to 9 kg (20 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Shallow coastal to deep ocean waters amongst sandy & muddy areas to rocky bottoms & reef
Depth Range
0 - 200 m (656 ft)
