Japanese firefly squid

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Mollusca (มอลลัสกา)

Class

Cephalopoda (ชั้นเซฟาโลพอด)

Order

Oegopsida (Oegopsida)

Family

Enoploteuthidae

Genus

Watasenia

Species

Watasenia scintillans (Japanese firefly squid)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ホタルイカ

Chinese Yíng-Yóu

German Leuchtkalmar

Russian Кальмар-светлячок

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese firefly squid?

The scientific name of Japanese firefly squid is Watasenia scintillans. It belongs to the genus Watasenia.

What is the conservation status of Japanese firefly squid?

Japanese firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Japanese firefly squid live?

Japanese firefly squid is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Japanese firefly squid belong to?

Japanese firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans) belongs to the genus Watasenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Enoploteuthidae.

Is Japanese firefly squid endangered?

No, Japanese firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Japanese firefly squid belong to?

Japanese firefly squid (Watasenia scintillans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).