Question

[Octo-lover]

is it required to have a 30 gallon tank for bimac octopus? ( octopus bimaculoides)

 

[InCromWeTrust]

Bimac: 55-60 gallons minimum... and a chiller (to keep the water under 70*F, year round)

Briareus: same size tank, may not need the chiller.

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[sedna]

is it required to have a 30 gallon tank for bimac octopus? ( octopus bimaculoides)

LARGER!!! 30 gallons is not big enough for a bimac- I just saw that on a seller’s page and it made me cringe! As stated above, at least 55-60 gallons and a chiller are needed for a bimac.

 

[sarahpolantz]

LARGER!!! 30 gallons is not big enough for a bimac- I just saw that on a seller’s page and it made me cringe! As stated above, at least 55-60 gallons and a chiller are needed for a bimac.

They had 55-75 gallon tanks on sale at pet smart and petco for like less than $100. Not sure how much you're willing to spend but that was a hella deal!