Octopus – Foxy Saltwater Tropicals
Scientific name: Octopus briareus
Important Notes: Octopus do very well here and I’ve had tanks with several for over a month and have not lost one. But in shipping they are very sensitive and will sometimes ink or just die before arriving. Also they are very sensitive to new water and need a VERY slow one to two hour acclamation.
Reef safe: Not reef safe. Love to eat crustaceans and small fish.
Diet: Will eat just about everything in your tank. Larger fish usually OK.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Species | Octopus briareus |
| Reef Safe | No |
| Acclimation Time | 1 to 2 hours |
| Shipping Sensitivity | High |
FAQ
How long does it take to acclimate an octopus after receiving it?
It needs a very slow acclimation process of one to two hours.
Is this octopus safe to keep in a reef tank?
No, this octopus is not reef safe and will eat crustaceans and small fish.
What should I feed my octopus?
It will eat just about everything in your tank. Larger fish are usually safe.
Abigail Duncan –
Received my octopus in good condition after a careful acclimation process. It has been active and exploring the tank for over a week. Very curious and not aggressive. Only issue was a bit of ink release during shipping, but it recovered well.
Yvonne North –
The octopus arrived safely and has been thriving in my 55-gallon tank. I followed the slow acclimation instructions exactly and it hasn’t shown any signs of stress. It enjoys the fish and crustaceans in the tank.
Isaac Watson –
It took a few days to adjust, and I had to be very patient with the acclimation. Once settled, it seems healthy and active. I did notice some ink release during transit, which was concerning at first.