The Mimic Octopus is widely considered one of the most powerful and versatile pets in Grow a Garden. Introduced as a Legendary pet inside the Paradise Egg, it offers unmatched utility by mimicking the passive traits of other pets—allowing players to tap into the benefits of multiple strategies without switching pets.
In this article, we’ll break down exactly what the Mimic Octopus does, how to get it, and why it’s a top-tier choice for experienced players aiming to optimize profit, automation, and farming efficiency.
What is Mimic Octopus in Grow a Garden?
Pet Name: Mimic Octopus
Rarity: Legendary
Source: Paradise Egg
Passive Effect: Every 19.56 seconds, it transforms into a different pet and executes that pet’s passive trait
Drop Rate: 1% chance from Paradise Egg (rarest pet in the egg)
Category: Support/Utility Pet
Availability: Permanently available until the next seasonal update
What sets this pet apart is its ability to cycle through and temporarily become any other pet, including top-tier farming pets like Raccoon, Dragonfly, or Disco Bee.
What Does Mimic Octopus Actually Do?
Mimic Octopus activates a random transformation every 19.56 seconds. Upon each transformation, it immediately performs the passive ability of the pet it mimics.
Examples of What It Can Do:
If it mimics Raccoon, it may duplicate fruits every 15 minutes
If it mimics Disco Bee, it can re-trigger mutation chances
If it mimics Dragonfly, it may increase fruit value passively
If it mimics Sea Turtle, it could grant pet XP
If it mimics Scarlet Macaw, it could attempt a Verdant Mutation
This passive cycling makes it the most flexible support pet in the game, capable of covering a wide range of utility without the need to hatch or equip multiple pets.
How to Get Mimic Octopus in Grow a Garden
The only way to obtain this pet is through the Paradise Egg, which is sold at the Pet Egg Shop.
Paradise Egg Details:
Price: 50,000,000 Sheckles
Spawn Rate in Shop: 17% (refreshes every 30 minutes)
Drop Rate for Mimic Octopus: 1%
NPC: Raphael (near the Gear Shop)
Due to its very low drop rate, it may take multiple Paradise Eggs before hatching Mimic Octopus. Players are encouraged to save up Sheckles or use the Summer Harvest Event to earn eggs as event rewards.
Why Mimic Octopus is So Powerful
1. All-In-One Utility
You no longer have to choose between XP pets, value boosters, or mutation enhancers. Mimic Octopus can do it all, cycling through top pet abilities automatically.
2. Adapts to Every Strategy
Whether you’re farming Sheckles, crafting rare gear, mutating crops, or leveling pets, Mimic Octopus can adapt based on which traits it mimics throughout the day.
3. Reduces the Need for Pet Switching
Instead of rotating multiple pets for different tasks, Mimic Octopus acts as a dynamic solution, especially for AFK farming sessions.
4. Synergy with Other Legendary Pets
It works well alongside pets like Capybara (for no hunger), Peacock (for cooldown reduction), or Ostrich (for early-age hatches).
Limitations and Considerations
Randomized Outcome: You can’t choose which pet it mimics—it’s always a random transformation
Not Always Optimal: Some mimic cycles may be less useful (e.g., low-impact pets like Starfish)
Costly Investment: Requires a large amount of Sheckles and luck due to its 1% drop chance
Not Recommended for Beginners: Best used by advanced players with stable setups who want to optimize efficiency or automate diverse effects
Final Thoughts
The Mimic Octopus in Grow a Garden stands at the top of the pet hierarchy for a reason: its unmatched flexibility. With the power to mimic other pets and activate their abilities every 19.56 seconds, it becomes a living Swiss army knife—ideal for players who want one pet that can support all areas of gameplay.
Though extremely rare and expensive to acquire, it offers exceptional long-term value, especially for high-level farmers looking to push efficiency to its peak.