“In fact, octopus are not very common in Oklahoma in any capacity.” That is, until now — Clifford got an adult female California two-spot octopus for his older son late last year. Terrance ...

It all started because his 9-year-old son wanted a pet. Not just any pet. An octopus. Specifically, a California two-spot octopus, also known as a bimac. So, Cameron Clifford, a 36-year-old ...

The California two-spot octopus (Octopus bimaculoides) is native to the coast of California and Mexico and is identified by their bright blue eyespots. (Roger T. Hanlon/Marine Biological Labratory) ...