Puck's squid [Puck teuthida]
Description
Puck's squid, or Puck teuthida, is a species of squid in the family Loliginidae. This squid species is found in the Atlantic Ocean, most commonly in the Caribbean Sea. It is recognizable by its long, slender body and large fins that extend almost the full length of the body. Puck's squid are known for their rapid growth rate and short lifespan. They are pelagic, living in open water, and feed on a variety of marine organisms including fish and other types of squid.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Anglerfishes
Lophiiformes
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| Family |
Dreamers
Oneirodidae
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| Genus |
Puck
Puck
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