Maori Octopus
Macroctopus maorum
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Macroctopus maorum
Other names
New Zealand Octopus
Size
Up to 2 m (6.56 ft)
Weight
Up to 12 kg (26.4 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal to deep ocean waters amongst sandy, silty & rubble areas often near reef
Depth Range
0 - 550 m (1,804 ft)
