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マダマイカ (roundear enope squid)

Pterygioteuthis giardi

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese マダマイカ
Chinese Jì-Shì-Yì-Yóu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of マダマイカ?
The scientific name of マダマイカ is Pterygioteuthis giardi. It belongs to the genus Pterygioteuthis.
What is the conservation status of マダマイカ?
マダマイカ (Pterygioteuthis giardi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does マダマイカ live?
マダマイカ is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.
What family does マダマイカ belong to?
マダマイカ (Pterygioteuthis giardi) belongs to the genus Pterygioteuthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Pyroteuthidae.
Is マダマイカ endangered?
No, マダマイカ (Pterygioteuthis giardi) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does マダマイカ belong to?
マダマイカ (Pterygioteuthis giardi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of マダマイカ?
The closest relatives of マダマイカ in the genus Pterygioteuthis include Roundear enope squid.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Pterygioteuthis — 2 Species

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マダマイカ
Pterygioteuthis giardi
LC
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Roundear enope squid
Pterygioteuthis gemmata
LC

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