calamar

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The Cape Hope Squid (Loligo vulgaris) is a species in the genus Loligo. It is currently classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Mollusca (moluscos)

Class

Cephalopoda (Cefalópodos)

Order

Myopsida (Myopsida)

Family

Loliginidae

Genus

Loligo

Species

Loligo vulgaris (calamar)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish calamar

French calmar

German Kalmar

Portuguese lula-comum

Russian kalmar

Turkish kalamar

Similar Species in Loligo

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Cape Hope squid

Loligo reynaudii

Least Concern

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veined squid

Loligo forbesii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of calamar?

The scientific name of calamar is Loligo vulgaris. It belongs to the genus Loligo.

What is the conservation status of calamar?

calamar (Loligo vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does calamar live?

calamar is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does calamar belong to?

calamar (Loligo vulgaris) belongs to the genus Loligo, which is part of the taxonomic family Loliginidae.

Is calamar endangered?

No, calamar (Loligo vulgaris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does calamar belong to?

calamar (Loligo vulgaris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of calamar?

The closest relatives of calamar in the genus Loligo include Cape Hope squid, veined squid.