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An adult giant Pacific octopus is a stealthy hunter that eats a wide assortment of seafood — most commonly crustaceans such as crabs, clams and other molluscs. The giant Pacific octopus catches prey by surprise using camouflage, jet propulsion and the sure grip that comes with having eight arms.
The giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini), also known as the North Pacific giant octopus, is a large marine cephalopod belonging to the genus Enteroctopus and Enteroctopodidae family.
The giant Pacific octopus is the largest species of octopus in the world. They are intelligent, can change color, and have excellent eyesight. They are also very strong. Using their eight arms, they can move more than 700 pounds!
Learn about the giant Pacific octopus exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. With a personality that's as complex as its appearance, this octopus is a master of disguise that can solve a maze, recognize our aquarists and jet across the exhibit in a whoosh of water.
The giant Pacific octopus occurs along the Pacific coast from Southern California to Alaska and across to Japan. It is found in habitats that range from shallow tidal pools to ocean depths of about 4,920 feet (1500 m). It is most abundant in shallow waters to 16 feet (5 m) deep.
The giant Pacific octopus ranges throughout the Pacific - from the coasts of Southern California to Japan. In comparison to other species of octopus, they have a longer lifespan and are larger than most, reaching up to 16 ft (5 m) in length.
The average arm span is 14 feet. With no bones to encumber it, however, this soft-bodied animal can slip through a hole no larger than its hard beak—2 inches or less. It’s also a master of camouflage, blending its color, texture and shape into the seascape to ambush fishes, crabs and other prey.
