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Roper Inshore Squid

Doryteuthis roperi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Cephalopoda ›Order: Myopsida ›Family: Loliginidae ›Genus: Doryteuthis

About

Doryteuthis roperi, commonly known as the roper inshore squid, is a small-sized species of squid in the Loliginidae family. It has a maximum mantle length of 72 mm (2.8 in). It is found in the Western Atlantic Ocean; the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, at a depth of between 45 and 304 m (148 and 997 ft).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Roper Inshore Squid?
The scientific name of Roper Inshore Squid is Doryteuthis roperi.
What is the conservation status of Roper Inshore Squid?
The Roper Inshore Squid has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the class Cephalopoda.
What order does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the order Myopsida.
What family does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the family Loliginidae.
What genus does Roper Inshore Squid belong to?
Roper Inshore Squid belongs to the genus Doryteuthis.