Octopus mercatoris
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| Octopus mercatoris Adam, 1937 |
Octopus mercatoris is a small octopus species native to the Atlantic Ocean. It is mainly nocturnal, hunting by night and staying in a cave during the day. While most octopuses are cannibalistic, O. mercatoris is less cannibalistic than other species, and is sometimes found in small groups under rocks. Though they are common, they are rarely seen. They eat crabs, shrimps, and small fish. This species has an average lifespan of 8-10 months.
[edit] As a pet
Since O. mercatoris is a large egged species, it can be bred, and its larvae can be raised successfully by private aquarium keepers. They are commonly offered in the aquarium trade, usually fully grown, meaning they usually do not survive very long thereafter.
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