- Ever heard of a Dumbo octopus? ... depths of the ocean: between 9,800 and 23,000 feet (3000-7000m) below sea level – deeper than any other species of octopus.
- A typical dumbo octopus is quite small — only about 8 to 12 inches long — although the largest yet seen was about six feet long and weighed 13 pounds.
- This octopus, also known as Grimpoteuthis, gained the nickname “Dumbo” because of its ear-like fins that flap and allow the octopus to maneuver.
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- The Dumbo Octopus is the cutest sea creature in the world. ... 1. The length of the largest dumbo octopus. They often reach 8 inches in length.
- When it’s time to eat, the dumbo octopus doubles as a Dyson and vacuums up worms, snails and other critters from the ocean floor and swallows them whole.
- There are 13 known species of dumbo octopuses (Grimpoteuthis), all of whom live close to the ocean floor at depths of 3,000 to 4,000 meters (9,800 to 13,000 feet).
- Just how big is a dumbo octopus? They can vary from eight inches to six feet long. And, like other types of octopus, they can change color.
- Physical Appearance. The Dumbo Octopus is a very unique creature that gets its name from looking like the famous Disney Character, Dumbo.