How deep does the Maori Octopus live?

The Maori Octopus (Pinnoctopus cordiformis) is typically found at 0–300 m.

How big does the Maori Octopus get?

The Maori Octopus grows to about 2 m.

Maori Octopus

Pinnoctopus cordiformis

Group: Octopus
Typical depth: 0–300 m
Max size: 2 m

The Maori octopus is a large coastal species of southern reefs, reaching around two metres across its arms. It hunts over sandy and rocky bottoms down to about 300 metres, sheltering in dens and prising open crabs and shellfish.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Cephalopoda › Octopoda › Octopodidae › Pinnoctopus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 342381.

FAQ

How deep does the Maori Octopus live?: The Maori Octopus (Pinnoctopus cordiformis) is typically found at 0–300 m.
How big does the Maori Octopus get?: The Maori Octopus grows to about 2 m.