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Octopus Squid

Octopoteuthis deletron

Deep sea Octopus Squid specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

200–1,000 m (650–3,300 ft)

Size

Up to 30 cm (12 in)

Habitat

Midwater

Diet

Fish and crustaceans

What they'd be sayin'

"I can detach my arms if grabbed by a predator, leaving them behind while I escape."

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Deep Sea Profile

Deep-sea squids capable of arm autotomy (self-detachment) to escape predators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why detach an arm?

The detached arm continues to glow and move, distracting the predator while the squid escapes.

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