Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana)

Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana)

Comparison illustration of the size of a Bigfin Reef Squid to other cephalopods
Description
Description

The Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepiotheuthis lessoniana) is a small to medium squid with thick and muscular oval fins that extend almost around their entire mantle. The arms of the Bigfin Reef Squid taper to a narrow point and are not equal in length. In appearance they are similar to a cuttlefish due to their large fins. The Bigfin Reef Squid is native to the Indo-Pacific Oceans, live in coastal waters, but can also be found in waters deeper than a 100 ft (30.4 m). Bigfin Reef Squids prey on fish and crustaceans. They are not considered in danger of extinction.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Bigfin Reef Squid has an overall length between 9.8”-15” (25-38 cm), mantle length of 5.5”-7.1” (14-18 cm), and weight of .35-3.1 lb (.16-1.4 kg). The typical lifespan of the Bigfin Reef Squid is between 6 months and 1 year.

Scaled collection of drawings of Bigfin Reef Squid in various poses
Scaled collection of drawings of Bigfin Reef Squid in various poses
Series of outline illustrations of the Bigfin Reef Squid
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

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Width:
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Length:
9.8”-15” | 25-38 cm
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Weight:
.35-3.1 lb | .16-1.4 kg
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Mantle Length: 5.5”-7.1” | 14-18 cm

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Scientific Name:
Sepioteuthis lessoniana
Lifespan:
.5-1 year

Drawings include:

Bigfin Reef Squid side elevation, front

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