Southern Atlantic Squid [Polyschides australis]
Description
Polyschides australis, or the Southern Atlantic Squid, is a species native to the southern parts of the Atlantic Ocean. This species is known for its long, slender body and two longer tentacles among its eight shorter arms. It inhabits both shallow and deep waters, and is known for its rapid swimming ability. The Southern Atlantic Squid is a predator that feeds on a variety of smaller marine creatures.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Tusk shells
Scaphopoda
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| Order |
Gadilida
Gadilida
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| Family |
Gadilidae
Gadilidae
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| Genus |
Polyschides
Polyschides
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