Appearance
As previously mentioned the most acknowledged physical feature of the Grimpoteuthis is the large ear like fins that resemble the Disney character Dumbo. Another noticeable feature about the Dumbo Octopus is the tentacles. When the Grimpoteuthis swims/spreads its tentacles out it forms a skirt like shape around the animals body. These Tentacles make the octopus classify as an Umbrella octopus. The Grimpoteuthis comes in a range of different colours. Some of these colours are red, orange, blue and in some cases purple. Between the animals eyes and lower down the Grimpoteuthis has an indent where beak sits. This beak is used for eating food and catching food. Certain breeds of Grimpoteuthis can have 'V' or 'U' shaped shields/shells. These shields/shells are used for protection against the threats the animal faces. The Grimpoteuthis is a very small animal compared to other animals in the sea. On average, species of Grimpoteuthis grow to about 20 centimetres in length (8 inches). These animals have very large eyes. On average the eyes of these animals are 12mm wide.