Realistic illustration of the Maori Octopus,Macroctopus maorum. Its body is dark red colour, its long arms are of unequal length and the head is separated from the body by a distinct constriction.
Realistic illustration of the Maori Octopus,Macroctopus maorum. Its body is dark red colour, its long arms are of unequal length and the head is separated from the body by a distinct constriction.
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Maori Octopus,Macroctopus maorum

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Description

Reference

IB3411

Category

Marine Invertebrates

Family Name

Cuttlefishes, Octopus and Squids - MOLLUCS

Common Name

Maori Octopus

Scientific Name

Macroctopus maorum

Artist Name

Roger Swainston

Notes

The majestic Maori octopus is one of the largest species in the southern hemisphere. It is an extremely fierce predator due to its sheer size -total length of around 1 m- and extensive diet.It feeds on a wide range of prey including large crabs, rock lobsters, mussels, scallops, fish.
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