This visualization shows the global distribution of octopus sightings from 2000 to the present. Each dot represents a documented octopus observation in the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF), where colors represent different species. Hover over a dot to see the species name. Use the slider or play button to explore how octopus sightings have changed over time.
GBIF.org (20 January 2025) GBIF Occurrence Download https://doi.org/10.15468/dl.v9ctjg