Photo © 2006, Garth Catterall-Heart Giant OctopusThe giant Pacific octopus inhabits a wide range of depths, from shallow coastal waters to depths of at least 1,500 meters, in the Northern Pacific Ocean from southern California, north along the coast of North America's Pacific northwest and south to Japan.
The giant Pacific octopus is the largest octopus species in the world. Each of its eight arms may measure over six feet, and it has an arm span of more than 14 feet. Females are generally larger than males. This cephalopod's loose, billowy skin varies from coral colored to mottled white. Predators of the giant Pacific octopus include the harbor seal, sperm whale, and sea otter. The giant octopus usually feeds on bivalves, crabs, and lobster, but will eat a range of species. They have also been observed eating fish, sharks, and even birds. Photo ID = 040917_109e_8092 Keywords = Giant Octopus, Giant Pacific Octopus, Enteroctopus dofleini Horizontal or Landscape Prints at special prices. This photo may be available in other sizes. |
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