Photo credit: Paul Hughes
Have you seen an octopus this year, either when diving or snorkelling around our shores?
Spotting an octopus can be a highlight of any dive, and it seems that there have been more sightings than normal during 2025.
The Marine Biological Association, together with the University of Plymouth, is investigating whether 2025 really has been a bumper year for octopus in the southwest. They are collecting data from fishermen, but they also want to hear about any sightings you have had of common octopus while diving or snorkelling in the southwest.
If you have encountered an octopus this year, share that info and help build up a picture of these fascinating creatures, and their behaviour.
You can find out more about the survey and submit your sighting here:
