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