Argonaut Octopus

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  1. flipflop_2k

    flipflop_2k Pygmy Octopus Registered

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    :bugout: :bugout: :roll: Hello! I was wondering if anybody has ever taken care of an argonaut octopus as a pet. If so, where can I buy one? I heard that they live pretty longer than other cephalopods.
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  2. Nancy

    Nancy Titanites Staff Member Moderator

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    Hello Flipflop,

    I've never heard of anyone keeping one or of an argonaut for sale anywhere. They aren't common.

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    Colin Colossal Squid Supporter

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    I think the NRCC only managed to keep one going for a few days
     
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    Jean Colossal Squid Supporter

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    I suspect that you would have the same problems with an argonnaut as you would with squid. These are pelagic octopus and need HEAPS of room!

    Cheers

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