Armhook Squids [Berryteuthis]

Description

Berryteuthis is a genus of squids known commonly as armhook squids due to the presence of hooks on their tentacle clubs in addition to suckers. These medium-sized squids inhabit deep waters and are characterized by their elongated bodies, large eyes, and the arm hooks which aid in capturing prey. They are found in various oceans around the world and are significant in deep-sea food webs.

Species

Humboldt Squid [Dosidicus gigas]

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Purpleback Flying Squid [Sthenoteuthis oualaniensis]

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Shortfin Squid [Illex illecebrosus]

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Taxonomy