Lesser Bobtail Squid [Sepiola rondeleti]
Description
Lesser Bobtail Squids are found in the Northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea. They are small, usually not exceeding 5cm in length. They are known for their short, rounded bodies and large eyes. They live in sandy or muddy habitats and are known for their ability to change color and pattern for camouflage.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Squids, Octopuses, and Cuttlefish
Cephalopoda
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| Order |
Bobtail and Bottletail Squids
Sepiolida
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| Family |
Bobtail Squids
Sepiolidae
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| Genus |
Bobtail Squids
Sepiola
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