Bigfin Squid (Magnapinna pacifica)

Bigfin Squid (Magnapinna pacifica)

Set of scaled elevation drawings of the Bigfin Squid
Description
Description

The Bigfin Squid (Magnapinna) is a rarely seen cephalopod that has been nicknamed the ”long-arm squid”. Bigfin Squids hold their arms perpendicular to their body, creating elbows, standing out from other squids. They have a large fin that makes up about 90% of their mantle length. The Bigfin Squid was first seen in 1988 in Northern Brazil at the water depth of 15,535 ft (4,735 m). Not much is known about their feeding behaviors. It is believed that they drag their arms and tentacles across the seafloor to grab edible organisms from the seafloor. Their current population status is unknown.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Bigfin Squid has an overall length between 13’-26.25’ (4-8 m), mantle length of 11.8”-23.6” (30-60 cm), and weight of .35-3.1 lb (.16-1.4 kg).

3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

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Length:
13’-26.25’ | 4-8 m
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Weight:
.35-3.1 lb | .16-1.4 kg
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Mantle Length: 11.8”-23.6” | 30-60 cm

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Scientific Name:
Magnapinna pacifica
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Drawings include:

Bigfin Squid side elevation, front

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