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Rossia pacifica

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Rossia pacifica, commonly called the Pacific bobtail squid, is a small marine cephalopod in the family Sepiolidae. It inhabits the North Pacific, with records extending from waters around Japan across the northern Pacific to the coast of California. The species is associated with the seafloor and nearby coastal or continental-shelf environments, where it uses its compact body, arms, and camouflage as part of its benthic way of life.

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What is Rossia pacifica?

Rossia pacifica is the Pacific bobtail squid, a small marine cephalopod in the family Sepiolidae. It is associated with North Pacific waters.

Where does the Pacific bobtail squid live?

Its range extends from waters around Japan across the northern Pacific to the coast of California. This makes it a North Pacific species on both sides of the ocean.

Is Rossia pacifica a true squid?

Yes. Rossia pacifica is a small squid-like cephalopod classified in Sepiolidae. It is commonly called a bobtail squid because of its compact body shape.

How is Rossia pacifica different from Sepiola rondeleti?

Both are bobtail squids in Sepiolidae, but Rossia pacifica lives in the North Pacific while Sepiola rondeleti occurs in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. Their geographic ranges are the clearest distinction.

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