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Caribbean reef octopus

Octopus briareus

Least Concern

About

The Caribbean Reef Octopus (Octopus briareus) is a species in the genus Octopus. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Mollusca (mollusques)

Class

Cephalopoda (Cephalopods)

Order

Octopoda (Octopuses)

Family

Octopodidae (Common Octopuses)

Genus

Octopus (Octopuses)

Species

Octopus briareus (Caribbean reef octopus)

Names in Other Languages

German Karibischer Riffkrake

Similar Species in Octopus

California two-spot octopus

Japanese pygmy octopus

Mexican four-eyed octopus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caribbean reef octopus?

The scientific name of Caribbean reef octopus is Octopus briareus. It belongs to the genus Octopus.

What is the conservation status of Caribbean reef octopus?

Caribbean reef octopus (Octopus briareus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Caribbean reef octopus belong to?

Caribbean reef octopus (Octopus briareus) belongs to the genus Octopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Octopodidae.

Is Caribbean reef octopus endangered?

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

What kingdom does Caribbean reef octopus belong to?

Caribbean reef octopus (Octopus briareus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Caribbean reef octopus?

The closest relatives of Caribbean reef octopus in the genus Octopus include pieuvre, Poulpe fouet, California two-spot octopus, Mexican four-eyed octopus, Sydney octopus.