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Cranchia scabra, commonly called the rough glass squid, is a cranchiid squid found in tropical and subtropical ocean waters. Its body is largely transparent, while the skin bears distinctive tubercles that give it a rough appearance. The squid can draw seawater into its mantle cavity, increasing body volume and helping it maintain near-neutral buoyancy while it moves through the open water column.
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What is Cranchia scabra commonly called?
Cranchia scabra is commonly called the rough glass squid. Its body is largely transparent, while tubercles on the skin create the rough appearance.
Where does Cranchia scabra live?
This cranchiid squid lives in tropical and subtropical ocean waters. It is a pelagic species rather than an animal associated mainly with the seafloor.
Why does Cranchia scabra look transparent?
Much of its body is transparent, which helps it blend into open water. The visible tubercles on its skin distinguish it from a completely smooth glass-like squid.
How does Cranchia scabra move through the water?
Like other squids, Cranchia scabra draws seawater into its mantle and expels it for jet propulsion. This mantle-based movement helps it travel through the open ocean.
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