Rules
They cannot be taken by a specialised octopus pot or trap.
Habitat
Found on sandy, rubbly substrates often near sponge gardens in depths from 10-40 metres. Occurs in Bass Strait, down the east coast and as far south as the D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
Fishing information
Octopus are usually taken by hand, gaff, line, net, bait trap or in rock lobster pots and rings. This species is often taken as a bycatch when line fishing for flathead.
Handling
Handle with caution as octopus have a mouth or beak at the centre point of its arms that can inflict a painful bite.