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Pearl Octopus

Muusoctopus robustus

Deep sea Pearl Octopus specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

3,000–3,300 m (9,800–10,800 ft)

Size

10–15 cm (4–6 in)

Habitat

Deep Seafloor

Diet

Worms and small crabs

What they'd be sayin'

"I am famous for gathering in 'nurseries' of thousands around warm deep-sea springs."

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Deep Sea Profile

Small octopuses found in massive clusters near geothermal seeps on the deep ocean floor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do they gather near springs?

The warm water accelerates the development of their eggs, which would otherwise take years in the cold.

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