How long does it take an octopus to grow full size?

one to two years
Depending on the octopus species, adulthood is usually reached after only one to two years.

How big can an octopus grow up to be?

They typically grow to 16 feet (5 meters) long and weight around 110 lbs. (50 kg), but one was recorded to weigh more than 600 lbs. (272 kg) and measure 30 feet (9.1 m) across, according to National Geographic.

What is the largest octopus ever recorded?

600 pounds
The giant Pacific octopus is considered the largest octopus species in the world and inhabits the northern Pacific Ocean off the United States up to Alaska and around Japan. The largest individual on record weighed an impressive 600 pounds and measured 30 feet across in length.

How l9ng do octopuses live?

Lifespan. Octopuses have a relatively short life expectancy; some species live for as little as six months. The giant Pacific octopus, one of the two largest species of octopus, may live for as much as five years.

What is the life cycle of an octopus?

The female guards and cares for the eggs, aerating and cleaning them until they hatch. As soon as they hatch, the young are able to swim, eat, and produce ink. The male parent dies soon after mating and the female survives only until her brood has hatched. An octopus will generally live for about one to three years, depending on the species.

How long is an octopus arm span?

It has an arm span that can reach 14 feet (four meters). The common octopus ( Octopus vulgaris), found along the east coast of the U.S., is much smaller, growing up to about three feet (0.9 meters). The red octopus (Octopus rubescens), found along the Pacific coast, grows to about 20 inches (51 centimeters).

Is the octopus population under threat?

Octopuses are spread throughout a large ocean area and are solitary, which makes it difficult to determine the status of their populations. They are not believed to be under threat, but they are sensitive to pollutants. Scientists are still discovering new species of octopuses.

What happens to octopus eggs when they hatch?

Horrifyingly, some captive female octopuses have been observed to slam their bodies against the tank. And then, just when her eggs start to hatch, she dies. Her orphaned offspring, with no one to guide them, must navigate and survive by themselves—a tribute to octopus intelligence and adaptability.