Distinguishing Characteristics |
Head globular; 8 arms with suckers attached to head; color variable, usually mottled reddish brown; texture smooth or with points; arms stout, 3-4 times the body length, arms about equal in length, dorsal arms slightly shorter; 2 longitudinal rows of suckers on arms, dark rings around the suckers; no distinct bars, bands or spots; no blue rings below eyes. |
Similar Species |
Other octopi have markings (bands, bars, spots) or short arms or unequal arms. |
Habitat |
Reefs, rocks, grass beds |
Maximum Size |
130 cm (51 in) total length, 40 cm (15 3/4 in) mantle length |
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