17th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Coconut octopus
A coconut octopus (Amphioctopus marginatus) uses a empty clam shell for shelter. This species of octopus is known to use tools: empty coconut or nut shells as protective armour.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 12.2017 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2019 |
Photo Location: | Indonesia |
Camera: | E-M1 |
Copyright: | © Joerg Blessing |