luminous flying squid

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.

🇨🇱 Chile 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Mollusca (Mollusks)

Class

Cephalopoda (Cephalopods)

Order

Oegopsida (Oegopsida)

Family

Ommastrephidae

Genus

Eucleoteuthis

Species

Eucleoteuthis luminosa (luminous flying squid)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese スジイカ

Chinese Fā-Guāng-Róu-Yú

German Leuchtender Flugkalmar

Russian Эуклеотеутис полосатый

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of luminous flying squid?

The scientific name of luminous flying squid is Eucleoteuthis luminosa. It belongs to the genus Eucleoteuthis.

What is the conservation status of luminous flying squid?

luminous flying squid (Eucleoteuthis luminosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does luminous flying squid live?

luminous flying squid is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.

What family does luminous flying squid belong to?

luminous flying squid (Eucleoteuthis luminosa) belongs to the genus Eucleoteuthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Ommastrephidae.

Is luminous flying squid endangered?

No, luminous flying squid (Eucleoteuthis luminosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does luminous flying squid belong to?

luminous flying squid (Eucleoteuthis luminosa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).