Abdopus aculeatus
Algae Octopus
This octopus is very well camouflaged around rubble areas. It is gray to brown and sometimes greenish; it displays a muted color and skin texture but occasionally shows dark and light banding on its arms. It can be found during the day but sometimes also on night dives.
Size of arms is up to 30cm
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
