Amphioctopus Marginatus Collection

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) resting on top of the two halves of an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. These octopus regularly carry pieces of shell so they can use them as protective

Coconut / Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) hunts in the sand at night, while illuminated by a divers torch beam, Anilao, Batangas, Luzon, Philippines. Verde Island Passages, Pacific Ocean

A wide angle macro view of a Veined octopus ( Amphioctopus marginatus) stretching out from its protective den in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Veined Octopus, Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus, formerly Octopus marginatus), inhabiting discarded bivalve mollusc shells, which it collects and pulls around itself - defense, shelter

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) between clam shell halves. Ambon, Maluku Archipelago, Indonesia. Banda Sea, tropical west Pacific Ocean

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) emerging from its home in an old clam shell. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

RF - Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) sheltering in an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) sheltering in an old clam shell on the sandy seabed. Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia. Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea

Coconut Octopus in shell, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Coconut Octopus in shell, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Eyes of a coconut octopus, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Eyes of a coconut octopus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Darkly-colored coconut octopus, North Sulawesi
Darkly-colored coconut octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) with bright suckers, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A coconut octopus crawls across the sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

A young day octopus on black volcanic sand
A young day octopus (Octopus cyanea) on black volcanic sand, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Coconut octopus carrying a clam shell, North Sulawesi
Coconut octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) carrying a clam shell, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A Coconut Octopus, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia
A Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus), a species that gathers coconut and mollusk shells for shelter, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Two Coconut Octopus wrestling over clam shells, Indonesia
Two Coconut Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus), wrestling over clam shells, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia. This species gathers coconut and mollusk shells for shelter

Head shot of a brownish red coconut octopus, North Sulawesi
Head shot of a brownish red coconut octopus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

A coconut octopus in Sulawesi, Indonesia

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The veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) is a fascinating creature that never fails to captivate with its unique behaviors and stunning appearance. Whether it's resting on top of two halves of an old coconut or hunting in the sand at night, this species showcases remarkable adaptability. In one captivating shot, we witness a wide-angle macro view of the veined octopus stretching its delicate arms, showcasing its incredible flexibility. Its vibrant colors and intricate patterns make it truly mesmerizing. Known by various names such as coconut octopus or veined octopus, Amphioctopus marginatus finds shelter between clam shell halves in the Ambon region of Maluku Archipelago. It emerges from its cozy home to explore the sandy seabed, revealing its graceful movements and intelligent nature. This resourceful cephalopod also shelters inside an old clam shell while silver-sides swim above it. In Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia's Lembeh Strait, Molucca Sea, we catch a glimpse of this magical moment where nature intertwines beautifully. With their ability to camouflage seamlessly into their surroundings and utilize tools like coconuts for protection or transportation purposes, these creatures continue to amaze scientists and enthusiasts alike. A Coconut Octopus spotted in Sulawesi's Lembeh Strait exemplifies just how extraordinary these animals can be. The veined octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) reminds us that there is still so much left to discover beneath the ocean's surface. Their presence serves as a reminder of both the beauty and mystery that lie within our vast oceans.