Octopus vulgaris
Octopus
Also known as: Pulpo, Poulpe, Tako

Product Overview
Octopus is mild chewy and has a subtle sweetness. It is a favorite at sushi bars and is also delicious grilled. At Isla del Rey our Octopus is captured, gutted and frozen immediately. It arrives to your door as good as fresh, without additives or glazing. Your customers will wonder how you got it so fresh!

Origin
Octopus vulgaris is found off the west coast of Chiloe Island in southern Chile at a depth of 100 to 150 meters. Octopus are active predators that feed primarily on gastropods and bivalves. Octopus can reach 1-3 feet in length including arms. The skin is smooth. Like other octopuses, members of this species have 8 arms that are lined with suckers, and they lack any internal shell.  They have a life span of 12 to 24 months. They are protected from harvest in the IV Region from June 1 through July 31 and again from November 1 through February 28. In the V to the XII Regions the ban begins on November 15 through March 15.