Amphioctopus Collection

RF - Ocellate octopus (Amphioctopus mototi) swimming up from the sea floor. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) resting on top of the two halves of an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. These octopus regularly carry pieces of shell so they can use them as protective

Coconut / Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) hunts in the sand at night, while illuminated by a divers torch beam, Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Pacific Ocean

A wide angle macro view of a Veined octopus ( Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching out from its protective den in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Veined Octopus, Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus, formerly Octopus marginatus), inhabiting discarded bivalve mollusc shells, which it collects and pulls around itself - defense, shelter

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) between clam shell halves. Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) emerging from its home in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

A wide angle macro view of a Veined octopus ( Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching out from its protective den in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

RF - Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) sheltering in an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Squid and octopi
Gamochonia octopi and squid: long-armed squid, Chiroteuthis veranii, umbrella squid, Histioteuthis bonnellii, Pinnoctopus cordiformis, common octopus, Octopus vulgaris, and Amphioctopus granulatus

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) sheltering in an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

A coconut octopus crawls across the sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A Coconut Octopus, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia
A Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus), a species that gathers coconut and mollusk shells for shelter, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Two Coconut Octopus wrestling over clam shells, Indonesia
Two Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus), wrestling over clam shells, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia. This species gathers coconut and mollusk shells for shelter

Head shot of a brownish red coconut octopus, North Sulawesi
Head shot of a brownish red coconut octopus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

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The mesmerizing world of the amphioctopus unfolds before our eyes. From the depths of the sea floor, a graceful ocellate octopus emerges, its vibrant colors captivating our senses. Resting atop two halves of an ancient relic, a veined octopus exudes tranquility and wisdom beyond its years. Underneath the moonlit sky, a coconut octopus embarks on a nocturnal hunt in the sandy abyss, showcasing its remarkable adaptability. With each stretch and movement captured in wide-angle macro view, we witness the intricate beauty of a veined octopus as it explores its surroundings. Formerly known as Octopus marginatus, this versatile creature is both veined and coconut octopuses combined. Between clam shell halves in Ambon's Maluku Archipelago lies another enchanting scene - a veined octopus finding solace within nature's embrace. Emerging from its humble abode within an old clam shell, yet again we are reminded of their resilience and resourcefulness. Seeking shelter amidst sandy landscapes or inside ancient shells becomes second nature to these intelligent beings. In harmony with squid and other cephalopods alike, these creatures embody grace and mystery beneath the waves. Their ability to find refuge within an old clam shell showcases their ingenuity while highlighting their delicate balance between strength and vulnerability. As we delve deeper into their world, one thing remains certain - amphioctopuses captivate us with their ethereal presence. Whether swimming gracefully or resting peacefully on top of remnants from ages past, they remind us that even in vast oceans filled with wonders untold; there will always be room for awe-inspiring marvels like them.