Ruppell's octopus squid

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Mollusca (Moluska)

Class

Cephalopoda (Cephalopods)

Order

Oegopsida (Oegopsida)

Family

Octopoteuthidae

Genus

Octopoteuthis

Species

Octopoteuthis sicula (Ruppell's octopus squid)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヤツデイカ

Chinese Bā-Wàn-Yóu

German Achtarmkalmar

Similar Species in Octopoteuthis

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Shabby octopus squid

Octopoteuthis deletron

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruppell's octopus squid?

The scientific name of Ruppell's octopus squid is Octopoteuthis sicula. It belongs to the genus Octopoteuthis.

What is the conservation status of Ruppell's octopus squid?

Ruppell's octopus squid (Octopoteuthis sicula) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ruppell's octopus squid live?

Ruppell's octopus squid is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Ruppell's octopus squid belong to?

Ruppell's octopus squid (Octopoteuthis sicula) belongs to the genus Octopoteuthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Octopoteuthidae.

What kingdom does Ruppell's octopus squid belong to?

Ruppell's octopus squid (Octopoteuthis sicula) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Ruppell's octopus squid?

The closest relatives of Ruppell's octopus squid in the genus Octopoteuthis include Shabby octopus squid.