Abdopus aculeatus

Algae Octopus

This octopus is very well camouflaged in rubble areas. It is usually gray to brown, sometimes with a greenish hue. Its body displays a complex, muted color pattern and textured skin, though it occasionally shows dark and light banding on its arms. The arms can reach up to 30 cm (12 in) in length. It can be found during the day, but is sometimes seen on night dives as well.

Best Time of The Year

All year

Remarks

Commonly seen during dusk dives

Frequency of Sightings

Rare

Often

Habitat

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DIVE SITES

Types of Habitats

Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site

Sand & Rubble

Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.

Coral

Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.

Mixed

With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.

Other Critters in The Habitat

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