Jewell 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

Histioteuthidae

Genus

Histioteuthis

Species

Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis (Jewell squid)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シラタマイカ

Chinese Zhū-Jī-Fān-Yóu

Russian Хистиотеутис Мелеагр

Similar Species in Histioteuthis

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jewel squid

Histioteuthis reversa

Least Concern

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Bonnelli's jewel squid

Histioteuthis bonnellii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jewell squid?

The scientific name of Jewell squid is Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis. It belongs to the genus Histioteuthis.

What is the conservation status of Jewell squid?

Jewell squid (Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Jewell squid live?

Jewell squid is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Jewell squid belong to?

Jewell squid (Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis) belongs to the genus Histioteuthis, which is part of the taxonomic family Histioteuthidae.

Is Jewell squid endangered?

No, Jewell squid (Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Jewell squid belong to?

Jewell squid (Histioteuthis meleagroteuthis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Jewell squid?

The closest relatives of Jewell squid in the genus Histioteuthis include jewel squid, Bonnelli's jewel squid.