Octopus rubescens  (Pacific Red Octopus)

Photo of Octopus rubescens by James Cosgrove

© James Cosgrove (Photo ID #12807)

Photographer's Submitted Details

Photo Location Saanich Inlet
Photographer James Cosgrove
Habitat marine
Photo Date
Upload Date January 19, 2011
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Photo ID # 12807
Comments Ruby octopus jetting. Note pebble-looking skin. This is different than you would see in a giant Pacific octopus.