Elongate Jewell Squid
Histioteuthis reversa
- Group: Squid
- Typical depth: 0–4332 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- IUCN status: LC
The elongate jewell squid drifts through open water studded with light producing organs that glitter against the dark. It hunts lanternfish along with the odd crustacean or squid, following prey that rises and sinks with the daily vertical migration.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Cephalopoda › Oegopsida › Histioteuthidae › Histioteuthis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 181381.
FAQ
- How deep does the Elongate Jewell Squid live?
- The Elongate Jewell Squid (Histioteuthis reversa) is typically found at 0–4332 m.
- How big does the Elongate Jewell Squid get?
- The Elongate Jewell Squid grows to about 20 cm.