| Octopodidae (octopuses) |
| 48 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 37 m |
| Indo-West Pacific. |
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| Mantle length is 5.8 cm. Species is known for its mimicry of toxic models that co-occur in the same habitat, namely banded soles, sea snakes, and lionfish, with other distinct postures and behaviors currently being open to interpretation (Ref. 96968). |
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(LC); Date assessed: 13 July 2016 Ref. 123251)
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| harmless |
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