Octopus rubescens Berry, 1953
East Pacific red octopus
Octopus rubescens
photo by FAO

Family:  Octopodidae (octopuses), subfamily: Octopodinae
Max. size:  45 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 400.0 g
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 210 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific. Subtropical to boreal.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Size refers to length of body and arms (Ref. 865). It is found on rock and soft bottoms, from the low intertidal to a depth of 210 meters (Ref. 865).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 18 August 2015 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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