Family: |
Octopodidae (octopuses), subfamily: Octopodinae |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 200 m |
Distribution: |
Southeast Pacific: Chile and Peru. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
It is found in tide pools on rocky substrates from the intertidal area to a depth of 200 meters. Feeds on amphipods and shrimp (Ref. 87801). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 05 July 2016 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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