Day Octopus

This is a large octopus which is active during the day (as the name suggests). Although it is capable of quick colour changes it is usually observed as dark brown to purple in colouration with white spots. Depending on its colour sometimes a dark false eye spot can be seen. As an expert hunter they have been known to throw their arms over a whole head of coral, using the end of their tentacles to herd the fish out in to its waiting beak. Some cases of sexual cannibalism have been observed but do not appear to be a common act with this species.

Size: 2m Arm span (Maximum)

Diet: Crustaceans, Fish & Mollusks