description Idiosepius biserialis Overview
A pygmy squid (family Idiosepiidae) distributed across the Indo-Pacific, its species name 'biserialis' referring to the two distinct rows of suckers on its tentacular clubs.
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What is Idiosepius biserialis?
Idiosepius biserialis is a pygmy squid in the family Idiosepiidae. It is distributed across parts of the Indo-Pacific.
Where can Idiosepius biserialis be found?
The species is associated with Indo-Pacific waters. Pygmy squids such as Idiosepius biserialis are small coastal or shallow-water cephalopods compared with many open-ocean squid species.
What does the name biserialis refer to?
The species name biserialis refers to two distinct rows of suckers on the tentacular clubs. Those rows are a notable feature used in describing the animal.
Is Idiosepius biserialis a large squid?
No. It is a pygmy squid, so it is a very small cephalopod rather than a large pelagic squid. Its classification is in the family Idiosepiidae.
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