Bobtail Squids [Sepiola]

Bobtail Squids
Description

Sepiola is a genus within the family Sepiolidae, consisting of bobtail squids that are small and possess a rounded body similar to Euprymna species. These squids are distinctive for their rapid burrowing behavior and are often found in sandy or muddy substrates in coastal waters. They are widely distributed in the North Atlantic Ocean, including the North Sea and Mediterranean Sea, and are known for their complex eye structures that are adapted for their specific habitat.

Species
Lesser Bobtail Squid
Lesser Bobtail Squid [Sepiola rondeleti]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Squids, Octopuses, and Cuttlefish
Cephalopoda
Order Bobtail and Bottletail Squids
Sepiolida
Family Bobtail Squids
Sepiolidae
Statistics
  • Species 1