Ram's Horn Squid
Spirula spirula
CommonMolluskcarnivore
The ram's horn squid is a deep-water cephalopod known for its unique internal shell, which coils like a ram’s horn. Found in ocean depths, it has a special light-emitting organ near its tail, earning it the nickname 'tail-light squid.' It’s the only living member of its family, making it a standout in the mollusk world.
- Its internal shell resembles a coiled ram’s horn.
- It glows using a light-emitting organ near its tail.
- It’s the sole surviving member of its family, Spirulidae.
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- Classification
- Mollusk
- Scientific name
- Spirula spirula
- Habitat
- Ocean
- Regions in this directory
- Worldwide
- Diet
- carnivore
- Relative size
- small
- IUCN Red List
- Least Concern (LC)