Red Octopus

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Chile.

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Mollusca (Weichtiere)

Class

Cephalopoda (Kopffüßer)

Order

Octopoda (Kraken)

Family

Enteroctopodidae

Genus

Enteroctopus

Species

Enteroctopus megalocyathus (Red Octopus)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Pulpo Colorado

Similar Species in Enteroctopus

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Pazifische Riesenkrake

Enteroctopus dofleini

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red Octopus?

The scientific name of Red Octopus is Enteroctopus megalocyathus. It belongs to the genus Enteroctopus.

What is the conservation status of Red Octopus?

Red Octopus (Enteroctopus megalocyathus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Red Octopus live?

Red Octopus is found in Found in Chile.. Countries include Chile.

What family does Red Octopus belong to?

Red Octopus (Enteroctopus megalocyathus) belongs to the genus Enteroctopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Enteroctopodidae.

Is Red Octopus endangered?

No, Red Octopus (Enteroctopus megalocyathus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Red Octopus belong to?

Red Octopus (Enteroctopus megalocyathus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Red Octopus?

The closest relatives of Red Octopus in the genus Enteroctopus include Pazifische Riesenkrake.