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Giant North Pacific octopus

Enteroctopus dofleini

Least Concern

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Pazifische Riesenkrake
Russian Осьминог Дофлейна (гигантский северотихоокеанский)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giant North Pacific octopus?
The scientific name of Giant North Pacific octopus is Enteroctopus dofleini. It belongs to the genus Enteroctopus.
What is the conservation status of Giant North Pacific octopus?
Giant North Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Giant North Pacific octopus belong to?
Giant North Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) belongs to the genus Enteroctopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Enteroctopodidae.
Is Giant North Pacific octopus endangered?
No, Giant North Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Giant North Pacific octopus belong to?
Giant North Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Giant North Pacific octopus?
The closest relatives of Giant North Pacific octopus in the genus Enteroctopus include Red Octopus.

Genus Enteroctopus — 2 Species

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Giant North Pacific octopus
Enteroctopus dofleini
LC
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Red Octopus
Enteroctopus megalocyathus
LC

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