Least Concern· population trend unknown· assessed 2018

Common Octopus

Octopus vulgaris

Sighting evidence at Borj el Kastil, Djerba

The dense stonework of the fort foundations provides exceptional octopus habitat, with individuals occupying virtually every large crevice across the site. Their hunting activity is visible throughout the day as they move across rubble areas targeting crabs and hermit crabs. This site is considered one of the highest-density octopus locations in Tunisian coastal waters.

Evidence at this site

0 records within 25 km

Confidence: low

No date on file

How is this calculated?

Sighting evidence is compiled from iNaturalist observation records within a set proximity radius, filtered for quality-grade observations. “Last confirmed” is the date of the most recent research-grade record. Record count covers a rolling 24-month window. Confidence reflects record count, recency, and consistency of seasonal signal.

Common Octopus

Evidence at this site

Also seen at other sites