Deep Sea Profile
Small, deep-red squids that reside in the deep-sea bathypelagic zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are they red?
In the deep sea, red pigment acts as camouflage since red light is filtered out by water.
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Deep-sea Squid
Bathyteuthis
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
700–2,500 m (2,300–8,200 ft)
Size
Up to 8 cm (3 in)
Habitat
Bathypelagic Zone
Diet
Small crustaceans
What they'd be sayin'
"I am a small, gelatinous squid that lives in the cold, dark midwater zone."
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