Gallery description : pictures of squids

Squid is a cephalopod that traditionally inhabits cooler and temperate waters. It has a smooth covering and is able to run up to 30km/h (18mph). Squid (teuthida) is 22-1,400cm (8.6-551in) and weights 0.3-500kg (0.6-1,102lbs). Life duration is usually 5-30 years in a solitary lifestyle. Favourite food: fish, crabs, shrimp

Facts about squids
NameSquid
DietCarnivore
ClassCephalopoda
Top Speed30km/h (18mph)
Scientific NameTeuthida
Life Span5-30 years
ColourBlack, grey, brown, white
Main PreyFish, crabs, shrimp
LifestyleSolitary
PhylumMollusca
Weight0.3-500kg (0.6-1,102lbs)
Skin TypeSmooth
Conservation StatusLeast concern
PredatorsHuman, seal, whales
OrderTeuthida
KingdomAnimalia
Average Litter Size5
HabitatCooler and temperate waters
Size22-1,400cm (8.6-551in)
FamilyOegopsina
TypeCephalopod
Image Details
Description Pictures of squids. iPad/iPhone Game: Squids - Chaotic Tortoise
Width 1748 pixels
Heigh 1109 pixels
File type JPG
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