Common Octopus
Octopus vulgaris
Sighting evidence at Apollonas Reef, Naxos
Photo: Susanne Spindler · CC BY-NC-ND
Common octopus are abundant throughout the reef, with large mature individuals occupying prime rocky dens in the 10 to 20 metre range. They are important predators of crustaceans and molluscs and themselves form part of the diet of moray eels and large grouper. Nesting behaviour can be observed from late spring through summer.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Common Octopus is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.