Needle Cuttlefish [Sepia aculeata]
Description
The Needle Cuttlefish, scientifically known as Sepia aculeata, is a species of cuttlefish inhabiting the eastern Indian Ocean, specifically the waters off northern Australia and southern New Guinea. It lives in sandy and muddy environments, usually at depths between 70 and 100 meters. This species is characterized by a small, slim, and elongated body with a maximum mantle length of 70 mm. It is known for its ability to change skin color and texture as a form of camouflage.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Squids, Octopuses, and Cuttlefish
Cephalopoda
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| Order |
Cuttlefish
Sepiida
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| Family |
Cuttlefish
Sepiidae
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| Genus |
Needle Cuttlefish
Sepioteuthis
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