Paintpot Cuttlefish [Metasepia tullbergi]
Description
This small species of cuttlefish is native to the western Pacific Ocean. It's known for its vibrant and dynamic coloration, which it can change instantly. The Paintpot Cuttlefish is highly toxic and is considered one of the most poisonous cephalopods. It has been found in waters from Japan to Hong Kong and the Philippines.
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 |
Metasepia
Metasepia
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