| Family: |
Sepiolidae (bobtail squids), subfamily: Sepiolinae |
| Max. size: |
2.5 cm ML (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; brackish; marine; depth range 76 - 496 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean: from Spain to Namibia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Inhabits muddy bottoms; a sublittoral, demersal, or upper bathyal species found in depths between 76 and 496 m. Found in the brackish waters of the Sea of Marmara (salinity between 18 and 25 ppt). Species in the eastern and western Mediterranean (Aegean Sea) likely have an extended spawning period since mature animals are found throughout the year. May ascend to the surface during the spawning period and has been collected at the surface at night using artificial light. Caught throughout its range and consumed locally (Ref. 1695). Feeds mainly on crustaceans and fish (Ref. 107001). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 30 March 2009 Ref. 123251)
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