Octopi Collection

Diver and Octopus
Divers are periodically at odds with octopi, and diver Palmer, at Cape Town, is one of many - but a tug on his line brings help from his colleagues

The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho)
2646269 The Aquarium, pub. 1873 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright

Wonderpus octopus (Octopus sp.) hunting on the seabed. This octopus changes its body shape and colour to confuse predators

French fishing boat catches octopuses
The crew of a French fishing boat off Cancale, Brittany, find their nets full of hundreds of octopuses which swarm onto the side of their boat, nearly sinking it

Octopus Attacks Bather
An octopus attacks a bather and wraps its tentacles around his body

South Korea, Gyeongju, Gyeongju Market, Octopuses

Octopus In The Market, Kalymnos, Dodecanese, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

A gigantic octopus, exposed in a tub on a beach near Toulon, has seized... (colour litho)
2783584 A gigantic octopus, exposed in a tub on a beach near Toulon, has seized... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A gigantic octopus)

Searching for small Octopi on the Reef at low tide, Samari, British New Guinea (colour litho)
6011180 Searching for small Octopi on the Reef at low tide, Samari, British New Guinea (colour litho) by Hardy, Norman (1864-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

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

TENTACULAR CATCH / FRANCE
Crew of French fishing boat of Cancale find their nets full of hundreds of octopodes which swarm onto the side of their boat, nearly sinking it Date: 1906

Pacific giant octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) hunts for food on a colourful reef in Browning Pass, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

Portrait of a female Giant pacific octopus
Portrait of a female Giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini) against a black background at the Alaska SeaLife Center; Seward, Alaska, United States of America

Long Arm Octopus, Hawaii, USA
This larval stage of a long arm octopus, Octopus sp. is no more that five inches across (as pictured) and was photographed at night in midwater several miles off the Kona Coast during a blackwater

Day Octopus, Hawaii, USA
Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) in mid-water; Hawaii, United States of America

Day Octopus
Day octopus (Octopus cyanea) in mid-water; Hawaii, United States of America

Octopus; Israel

Purple octopus; Israel

Two Types of Octopodes
(above) histioteuthis bonelliana (below) octopus vulgaris Date: circa 1840

Mermaid / Octopus Rackham
The Polyps shrink back from the little mermaid in terror. Date: First published : 1836

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Mimic Octopus. Date:

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Mimic Octopus. Date:

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Mimic Octopus. Date:

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Mimic Octopus. Date:

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Longarmed Octopus. Date:

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Veined Octopus in shell. Date:

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Veined Octopus on Sea Star (Linckia laevigata). Date:

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Veined Octopus with bright margin on black sand. Date:

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White V Octopus with distinctive white spots. Date:

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Wunderpus Octopus. Date:

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White-V Octopus hunting on black sand Date:

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Octopus Australia Date:

Greater Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena lunulata) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

Poison Ocellate Octopus (Octopus mototi) adult, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, September

Veined Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) adult, resting on shell, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Mimic Octopus (Thaumoctopus mimicus) adult, raising tentacles on sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Algae Octopus (Abdopus aculeatus) adult, camouflaged on black sand, Lembeh Island, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Wonderpus Octopus (Wunderpus photogenicus) adult, hunting with extended skirt, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Lesser Octopus (Eledone cirrhosa) Clinging to aquarium glass / showing

Veined Octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) adult female, sheltering in glass jar, Lembeh Island, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Starry Night Octopus (Callistoctopus luteus) adult, on seabed at night, Gam Island, Raja Ampat, West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia

Mimic octopus (Octopus sp.). This octopus changes its body shape and colour to confuse predators. It can take the form of a flatfish, sea snake, shrimp, jellyfish, crab, lionfish and many others

Veined octopus (Octopus marginatus) in a tin can. This octopus can bury itself in sand or mud but frequently hides in large shells, discarded coconut shells or, as in this case, a discarded tin can

Octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) ready to be cooked. Photographed in Sardinia

Day octopus on a reef. Male day octopus (Octopus cyanea) stretching an arm out to a female (right) on the other side of an anemone

Mating pair of day octopuses (Octopus cyanea) on a wreck. The male is at left and the female at right. The day octopus, also known as the common reef octopus, feeds mainly on crustaceans

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Pacific octupus. Ecuador

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Octopi: From Diver Encounters to Market Finds" In a mesmerizing underwater encounter, a diver comes face-to-tentacle with an intelligent octopus. The Wonderpus octopus captivates both scientists and enthusiasts with its stunning camouflage abilities. Step into the realm of imagination as an Amazing Stories sci-fi magazine cover features an otherworldly Octopus Cycle. A French fishing boat's unexpected catch brings in a bountiful haul of curious octopuses from the depths of the sea. Beware. An unsuspecting bather falls victim to a surprising octopus attack, reminding us of their power and agility. Gyeongju Market in South Korea showcases a vibrant display of fresh octopuses, enticing locals and tourists alike. Explore Kalymnos Island's bustling market where fishermen proudly present their freshly caught octopuses from Greek waters. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of a gigantic octopus exposed on Toulon beach, captured in vivid detail through lithography artistry. Transport yourself back to 1873 as "The Aquarium" lithograph immerses you in the enchanting world of marine life, featuring graceful octopuses among others. Embark on an expedition to British New Guinea's Samari reef, where small but fascinating octopi await discovery during low tide exploration. Delight in an intricate illustration showcasing seashells from around 1923; among them is the captivating beauty of an intricately patterned octopus shell. Feel your heart race as you witness a common Octopus vulgaris hunting on Eleuthera Island's vibrant reef ecosystem - nature at its most intriguing.