A group of octopuses is commonly referred to as a ‘consortium’.
This term is not widely known, as octopuses are typically solitary animals. They prefer to live alone in their dens and only come together for mating purposes. Therefore, it’s rare to see large groups of octopuses together in one place. However, when they do gather, perhaps in specific environments or during certain times, the collective term used is ‘consortium’. This highlights the unique and fascinating nature of these intelligent cephalopods, even in social contexts.