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What is a group of octopuses called?
A consortium
of octopuses
| Animal | Octopuses |
| Category | Sea & Fish |
| Collective noun | Consortium |
| Baby name | Larva |
💡 Octopuses are usually solitary, so a “consortium” is mostly a poetic term.
FAQ
What is a group of octopuses called?
A group of octopuses is called a consortium.
What is a baby octopuse called?
A baby octopuse is called a larva.
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