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Octopus rubescens Berry, 1953 East Pacific red octopus |
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| Family: | Octopodidae (octopuses) | |||
| 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. | |||
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| 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) | |||
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