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Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú (Hawaiian flying squid)

Nototodarus hawaiiensis

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アブライカ
Chinese Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú
Russian Гавайский кальмар

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú?
The scientific name of Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú is Nototodarus hawaiiensis. It belongs to the genus Nototodarus.
What is the conservation status of Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú?
Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú (Nototodarus hawaiiensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú live?
Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú is found in Distributed across Chile and Taiwan.. Countries include Chile, Taiwan.
What family does Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú belong to?
Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú (Nototodarus hawaiiensis) belongs to the genus Nototodarus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ommastrephidae.
Is Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú endangered?
No, Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú (Nototodarus hawaiiensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú belong to?
Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú (Nototodarus hawaiiensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú?
The closest relatives of Xià-Wāi-Yí-Róu-Yú in the genus Nototodarus include New Zealand arrow squid, Gould's flying squid.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Nototodarus — 3 Species

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