#loliginid squid

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A close encounter with a bigfin reef squid. 🦑

📽: Marcelo Johan Ogata

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Photo by Davide Bozzi | Info

The bigfin reef squid, glitter squid, or oval squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) is a species of loliginid squid belonging to the genus Sepioteuthis. It is characterized by a large oval fin that extends throughout the margins of its mantle, giving it a superficial similarity to cuttlefish. It is a small to medium-sized squid, averaging 3.8 to 33 centimetres (1.5 to 13.0 in) in length and feeds mainly on crustaceans and small fish. Bigfin reef squid are found in the temperate and tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, and have recently been introduced into the Mediterranean.

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Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana)

The bigfin reef squid is a commercially important species of loliginid squid. Bigfin reef squids are characterised by a large oval fin that extends throughout the margins of its mantle, giving them a superficial similarity to cuttlefish. They are small to medium-sized squids, averaging 3.8 to 33 cm in length. They exhibit elaborate mating displays and usually spawn in May, but it can vary by location. The paralarvae resemble miniature adults and are remarkable for already having the capability to change body colouration upon hatching. Bigfin reef squids have the fastest recorded growth rates of any large marine invertebrate, reaching 600 g in only four months. They are a short-lived species, with a maximum recorded lifespan of 315 days. The diet of bigfin reef squids comprises mainly crustaceans and small fish. They are found in the temperate and tropical waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, and have recently been introduced into the Mediterranean as a Lessepsian migrant. They are commonly found near the shoreline, near rocks, and coral reefs. They are fished in vast quantities for human food in Asia. Because of their rapid growth rate, short life span, and tolerance to handling and captivity, bigfin reef squids are regarded as one of the most promising species for mariculture. They are also a valuable source of giant axons for medical research.

photo credits: Nhobgood, Divervincent, wiki, Nhobgood

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Common name: Bigfin reef squid

Scientific name: Sepioteuthis lessoniana

Average lifespan: under a year

Diet: Crusteacens and small fish

Bio: Sepioteuthis lessoniana, commonly known as the bigfin reef squid or oval squid, is a commercially important species of loliginid squid. It is one of the three currently recognized species belonging to the genus Sepioteuthis!

The longest lifespan of a bigfin reef squid is recorded at only 315 days!

They have eight arms and two tentacles; the latter are used for capturing prey and guiding it to their sharp beaks!

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Oval Squid Sepioteuthis lessoniana are characterized by their large oval fin that extends throughout the margins of their mantle, giving them a similar look to cuttlefish. Like some cephalopods, these squids are capable of metachrosis – rapidly changing body colouration and patterns through voluntary control of chromatophores. Oval squids have actually been found to use their color changing abilities as a method of communicating with potential mates during reproduction. These small squids live in temperate and tropical regions of the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean, and feed mostly on small fish and crustaceans. They're a commercially important species of loliginid squid as well throughout the region. They currently have not been assessed by the IUCN Red List. Learn more about the incredible marine life in our world's oceans by visiting us at: www.theterramarproject.org Photo: George Berninger Jr./Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0) #marinelife #ovalsquid #squid #cephalopod #marinespecies #waterislife #VitaminSea #marineconservation #TerraMar #naturealwayswins #seahope #seachange #seafuture

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Oval Squid Sepioteuthis lessoniana are characterized by their large oval fin that extends throughout the margins of their mantle, giving them a similar look to cuttlefish. Like some cephalopods, these squids are capable of metachrosis – rapidly changing body colouration and patterns through voluntary control of chromatophores. Oval squids have actually been found to use their color changing abilities as a method of communicating with potential mates during reproduction. These small squids live in temperate and tropical regions of the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean, and feed mostly on small fish and crustaceans. They're a commercially important species of loliginid squid as well throughout the region. They currently have not been assessed by the IUCN Red List. Learn more about the incredible marine life in our world's oceans by visiting us at: www.theterramarproject.org Photo: George Berninger Jr./Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0) #marinelife #ovalsquid #squid #cephalopod #marinespecies #waterislife #VitaminSea #marineconservation #TerraMar #naturealwayswins #seahope #seachange #seafuture

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Oval Squid Sepioteuthis lessoniana are characterized by their large oval fin that extends throughout the margins of their mantle, giving them a similar look to cuttlefish. Like some cephalopods, these squids are capable of metachrosis – rapidly changing body colouration and patterns through voluntary control of chromatophores. Oval squids have actually been found to use their color changing abilities as a method of communicating with potential mates during reproduction. These small squids live in temperate and tropical regions of the Indian Ocean and the western Pacific Ocean, and feed mostly on small fish and crustaceans. They're a commercially important species of loliginid squid as well throughout the region. They currently have not been assessed by the IUCN Red List. Learn more about the incredible marine life in our world's oceans by visiting us at: www.theterramarproject.org Photo: George Berninger Jr./Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0) #marinelife #ovalsquid #squid #cephalopod #marinespecies #waterislife #VitaminSea #marineconservation #TerraMar #naturealwayswins #seahope #seachange #seafuture