Arctic Bell Squid [Arcticbella decima]
Description
The Arctic Bell Squid, or Arcticbella decima, is a species of squid that inhabits the cold waters of the Arctic Ocean. The squid has a bell-shaped body with a mantle length of up to 60 centimeters. Its most distinguishing feature is its two long tentacles used for catching prey. The species is known to be a deep-sea dweller, typically found at depths of 500 to 4000 meters. The Arctic Bell Squid is a carnivorous species, feeding on fish and other squid.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Air ferns
Campanulariidae
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| Genus |
Arctic Bell
Campanularia
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