Common Octopus Collection

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) on a coral reef, The Bahamas. August

Historical illustration of Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) Pierre Denys de Montfort engraving from Histoire Naturelle Generale et Particuliere des Mollusques, 1801-1802

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) moving over rocks, Marine Protected area Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea

Octopus and squid species
6337533 Octopus and squid species by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Common octopus, Octopus vulgaris 1, musky octopus, Eledone moschata 2, European flying squid, Todarodes sagittatus 3)

Common octopus (engraving)
5216883 Common octopus (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common octopus. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon (Bibliographisches Institut)

Common Octopus, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001435 Common Octopus, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) close up of eye, Tenerife, Canary Islands

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) hunting on a reef off Eleuthera Island, Bahamas

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a gently sloping Mediterranean coast, with an inset showing sand-dwelling life (lower right)

Common Octopus (Octopus vulgaris), side view

Octopus vulgaris, octopus
A glass model of an octopus, created by Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka in the late nineteenth century and held at the Natural History Museum, London

Common Octopus guards its lair
Caribbean Reef Octopus guards its lair, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Close encounter with common octopus, West Palm Beach Florida

The eye of a common octopus in West Palm Beach, Florida
The eye of a common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) in West Palm Beach, Florida

Close-up view of a common octopus, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea
Close-up view of a common octopus (octopus cyanea), Fathers reef, Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea

Common octopus protects a bottle inside the remnants of a tire in West Palm Beach
Octopus (Octopus vulgaris) protects a bottle for a home inside the remnants of a tire in West Palm Beach, Florida

Octopus head, West Palm Beach, Florida

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris), close-up on a sucker

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris), close-up on skin

Common Octopus, Octupis vulgaris, on a rock

Octopus, close up of strong suckers on underside of tentacles

Underside view of Common Octopus, Octopus vulgaris

Octopus, soft body, eight writhing arms, one raised towards water surface, slanting eye, blue spot used to identify others of its kind

Octopus vulgaris, common octopus
Octopus model with Homarus gammarus, European lobster in Origin of Species Gallery at the Natural History Museum, London

Common octopus hunting
Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) hunting on the seabed. It is being followed by a Spanish hogfish (Bodianus rufus), which is hoping to catch any small animal the octopus flushes out

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) hunting on the sea floor. A grouper fish (lower right) is waiting for prey that might escape

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The common octopus, scientifically known as Octopus vulgaris, is a fascinating creature that can be found in various parts of the world. One such location is the beautiful coral reef in The Bahamas, where this intelligent cephalopod was captured on camera in August. Its vibrant presence amidst the colorful corals showcases its ability to blend seamlessly with its surroundings. Even historically, artists like Pierre Denys de Montfort were captivated by the common octopus and depicted it in their illustrations. Their intricate drawings allowed people to appreciate the beauty and complexity of this species. In another stunning image taken at Punta Campanella, Costa Amalfitana, Italy, we witness an Octopus vulgaris gracefully maneuvering over rocks within a Marine Protected Area. This highlights the importance of preserving these habitats for not only octopuses but also other squid species that share these waters. A captivating engraving further emphasizes our fascination with this remarkable creature. Its tentacles outstretched and body poised for movement evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue surrounding the common octopus. Dating back to 1863-79, a color lithograph captures our attention once again as it portrays an exquisite representation of a Common Octopus. The vivid colors bring life to its form while reminding us of nature's incredible diversity. Zooming in on one particular feature - its eye - we are transported to Tenerife in the Canary Islands where an up-close photograph reveals intricate details that make this animal so unique. The intensity within its gaze hints at both curiosity and intelligence. But let's not forget about their hunting prowess. Another snapshot from Eleuthera Island in The Bahamas shows a Common Octopus actively searching for prey on a reef. Its flexible body allows it to navigate through crevices effortlessly – truly showcasing nature's ingenuity. As coastal wildlife enthusiasts know well, observing creatures like the Common Octopus is always rewarding.