Southern Pigmy Squid [Heterorhabdus austrinus]
Description
The Southern Pigmy Squid is a small cephalopod species found in the Southern Ocean. It is characterized by its small size, with adults usually reaching only around 20mm in length. The species is notable for its pigmentation, which can range from pale to dark brown and is often speckled with small white spots. The Southern Pigmy Squid is primarily benthic and is commonly found in shallow coastal waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Calanoida
Calanoida
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| Family |
Aetideidae
Aetideidae
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| Genus |
Heterorhabdus
Heterorhabdus
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