Family: |
Architeuthidae (giant squids) |
Max. size: |
2000 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 220 kg |
Environment: |
bathypelagic; marine; depth range 200 - 1000 m |
Distribution: |
Cosmopolitan. Tropical to polar. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Shallow depth range of 200 m from Ref. 843. Also found in continental shelf (Ref. 110525). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 28 April 2010 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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