About Octopus
Octopus is the largest genus of octopuses, comprising about 100 species. These species are widespread throughout the world's oceans. Many species formerly placed in the genus Octopus are now assigned to other genera within the family.
Species in this group
Caribbean Reef Octopus
Octopus briareus
Common Octopus
Octopus vulgaris
Gloomy Octopus
Octopus tetricus
Marbled Octopus
Amphioctopus aegina
Mimic Octopus
Thaumoctopus mimicus
Mototi Octopus
Amphioctopus mototi
Pale Octopus
Octopus pallidus
Starry Night Octopus
Callistoctopus luteus
Sydney Octopus
Octopus tetricus
Wonderpus Octopus
Wunderpus photogenicus
Wunderpus Octopus
Wunderpus photogenicus
Where to see it
Top-rated dive sites where divers have spotted Octopus.
Spain, Ibiza Formentera Parque natural de ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera
Vibrant Ibiza wall dive with rich Mediterranean macro life.
Shallow reef dive, abundant marine life
Sri Lanka, Trincomalee Pigeon Island Marine Park
Shallow dive with diverse landscapes, reef life, and history.
Croatia, Vis Not in marine park
Shallow bay with a spectacular, light-filled underwater cavern.
Australia, Rockingham Shoalwater Islands Marine Park
Shallow jetty dive famous for incredible macro life.
Croatia, Krk Not in marine park
Dramatic wall dive with caves and diverse macro life.
Australia, Shark Bay Shark Bay Marine Park
Iconic jetty dive teeming with spectacular and diverse macro life.
Spain, Jávea Dénia Cabo de San Antonio Marine Reserve
Sheltered site with stone corridors and a scenic tunnel.
Spain, Costa Tropical, La Herradura Acantilados y Fondos Marinos de la Punta de la Mona
Submerged pinnacle with dramatic topography and diverse Mediterranean marine life.
Dive under an unfinished house in stunning turquoise water.
Croatia, Vis Not in marine park
Spectacular wall dive covered in vibrant yellow and red gorgonians.