Hi,
First post on Tonmo!
I just got a new octopus from LA (I think it's an abdopus) and I noticed that ALL of its legs are missing the ends - I would estimate at least 1/3 of the leg is missing for all of them. The mantle length is about 1.5". The legs are probably no longer than 3-4". I noticed when the guy was swimming across the tank and it seemed out of proportion. On closer examination, I saw the damaged ends of the legs. Other than the missing leg ends, the guy seems to be doing well for being freshly acclimated.
I called LA and they told me they would extend my warrenty another two weeks to 28 days. How concerned should I be about this - I know Octos can regenerate legs but even at this magnitude? Is this a sign of autophagy?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
First post on Tonmo!
I just got a new octopus from LA (I think it's an abdopus) and I noticed that ALL of its legs are missing the ends - I would estimate at least 1/3 of the leg is missing for all of them. The mantle length is about 1.5". The legs are probably no longer than 3-4". I noticed when the guy was swimming across the tank and it seemed out of proportion. On closer examination, I saw the damaged ends of the legs. Other than the missing leg ends, the guy seems to be doing well for being freshly acclimated.
I called LA and they told me they would extend my warrenty another two weeks to 28 days. How concerned should I be about this - I know Octos can regenerate legs but even at this magnitude? Is this a sign of autophagy?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks