Size

5-10cm (2-4"). Max 15cm (6")

Recognition Characters

Small size helps distinguish this octopus. Skin texture is smooth.

Color

Red to orangish brown, coloration relatively uniform, rarely mottled.

Habitat & Depth

Sandy or muddy bottoms adjacent to reefs.

Distribution at GRNMS

Common. Hides within cracks and crevices during day.

Geographic Range

Georgia, Florida, Bahamas, Caribbean

Behavior & Notes

Often hidden inside empty shells or bottles.

Synonyms

References

Humann 1992a