African squid

About

The African squid (Alloteuthis africana) is a species in the genus Alloteuthis. Its conservation status is listed as Data Deficient, indicating insufficient data for assessment. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Mollusca (มอลลัสกา)

Class

Cephalopoda (ชั้นเซฟาโลพอด)

Order

Myopsida (Myopsida)

Family

Loliginidae

Genus

Alloteuthis

Species

Alloteuthis africana (African squid)

Names in Other Languages

French casseron africain

German Afrikanischer Zwergkalmar

Similar Species in Alloteuthis

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little squid

Alloteuthis media

Not Evaluated

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European common squid

Alloteuthis subulata

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African squid?

The scientific name of African squid is Alloteuthis africana. It belongs to the genus Alloteuthis.

What is the conservation status of African squid?

African squid (Alloteuthis africana) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does African squid live?

African squid is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does African squid belong to?

African squid (Alloteuthis africana) belongs to the genus Alloteuthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Loliginidae.

What kingdom does African squid belong to?

African squid (Alloteuthis africana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of African squid?

The closest relatives of African squid in the genus Alloteuthis include little squid, European common squid.