Tag: Oregon fauna

  • Giant Pacific Octopus

    Scientific Name: Enteroctopus dofleini

    The giant Pacific octopus has been recorded at 30 feet across & more than 600 pounds. Average size is 16 feet and 100 pounds.

    The octopus lives along the Oregon Coast.

    Dorymen in Pacific City, Oregon know that the octopus have a special interest in crab pots.

    Terracotta pottery American folk art ornament by Ash Creek Nativities™