🐾 Animaldle

Mimic octopus

Mimic octopus
Photo: Steve Childs · CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Mimic octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) is a carnivorous invertebrate native to Asia.

The mimic octopus is a species of octopus from the Indo-Pacific region. Like other octopuses, it uses its chromatophores to disguise itself. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Thaumoctopus mimicus
Class
Invertebrate
Family / order
Octopoda
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Marine
Found in
Asia
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Mimic octopus eat?

The mimic octopus is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

Where do Mimic octopus live?

Mimic octopus are found in Asia, in marine habitats.

Is the mimic octopus endangered?

The mimic octopus is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

Related animals

🐾 Can you guess today’s mystery animal? Play Animaldle →