Dumbo Octopus

Grimpoteuthis

Data Deficient

Location

Deep waters worldwide (3000-7000m depth)

Size

20-30 cm (8-12 inches)

Diet

Carnivore

Habitat

Deep ocean floor and water column

About This Animal

The dumbo octopus is the deepest-living octopus species, residing at crushing depths where sunlight never reaches. Named for its ear-like fins that resemble Disney's Dumbo elephant, it gracefully flaps through the abyssal darkness like an underwater ghost.

Amazing Facts

Lives deeper than any other octopus species

Ear-like fins make it look like it's flying underwater

Can swallow prey whole due to lack of ink sac

Has no breeding season - can reproduce anytime

Some species glow in the dark with bioluminescence