Taonius [Taonius]

Description
Taonius squids are part of the Cranchiidae family, featuring a semi-transparent body with visible internal organs. These deep-sea squids have a widespread distribution and are known for their ability to regulate buoyancy using an ammonia-filled sac.
Species

Boreoatlantic Armhook Squid [Taonius borealis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Squids, Octopuses, and Cuttlefish
Cephalopoda
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Order |
Squids
Teuthida
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Family |
Cranchiids
Cranchiidae
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Statistics
- Species 1