Boreal Squid

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The Boreal Squid (Illex illecebrosus) is a species in the genus Illex. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Sweden.

🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (동물)

Phylum

Mollusca (연체동물)

Class

Cephalopoda (두족류)

Order

Oegopsida (Oegopsida)

Family

Ommastrephidae

Genus

Illex

Species

Illex illecebrosus (Boreal Squid)

Names in Other Languages

French encornet rouge nordique

German nördlicher Kurzflossenkalmar

Similar Species in Illex

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Argentine short-fin squid

Illex argentinus

Least Concern

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arrow-finned squid

Illex oxygonius

Least Concern

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broad-tail shortfin squid

Illex coindetii

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Boreal Squid?

The scientific name of Boreal Squid is Illex illecebrosus. It belongs to the genus Illex.

Where does Boreal Squid live?

Boreal Squid is found in Found in Sweden.. Countries include Sweden.

What family does Boreal Squid belong to?

Boreal Squid (Illex illecebrosus) belongs to the genus Illex, which is part of the taxonomic family Ommastrephidae.

What kingdom does Boreal Squid belong to?

Boreal Squid (Illex illecebrosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Boreal Squid?

The closest relatives of Boreal Squid in the genus Illex include Argentine short-fin squid, arrow-finned squid, broad-tail shortfin squid.