Squid belong to the class of Cephalopods and are considered to be among the most intelligent of all invertebrates. They are fast moving, quick to change colour and have large eyes.
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Southern Calamary Squid (Sepioteuthis Australis)
A commonly sighted squid, especially at night, that typically is seen in small schools of similar sized individuals. Whilst it is reported to grow up to 50cm in length most seen in Sydney during dives are juveniles. |
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Southern Bobtail Squid (Euprymna tasmanica)
This tiny cute squid is often hiding in the sand. The largest it can grow is 3.5cm. When resting on the sand it can appear more like a cuttlefish or an octopus. |
Pyjama Squid is actually a Cuttlefish!
If you have come to this page to look at the Pyjama Squid you are in the wrong place! Whilst they have the word 'squid' in their name, they are actually a species of cuttlefish. Click here to learn more... |
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