Family: |
Ommastrephidae (flying squids and arrow squids), subfamily: Ommastrephinae |
Max. size: |
65 cm ML (male/unsexed); 40 cm ML (female) |
Environment: |
pelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 1500 m |
Distribution: |
Pan-Atlantic in tropical to warm and temperate waters. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Caught by squid jigs and dipnets (Ref. 417). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 10 May 2010 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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