The Carnarvon Flapjack Octopus is a deep-sea species adapted to the cold, dark environments off Western Australia. Unlike shallow-water octopuses, it has a soft, flattened body and large ear-like fins used to hover gently above the seafloor. It moves slowly and deliberately, conserving energy in a food-scarce environment. This species lacks an ink sac, instead relying on stealth and low visibility to avoid predators. Its webbed arms and rounded shape give it a ghostly, almost cartoon-like appearance. Encounters are rare, making it one of the lesser-known but most visually striking octopuses.