How big is the Bigfin Reef Squid?

Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepia latimanus) reaches 40–70 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Bigfin Reef Squid?

Bigfin Reef Squid is found between 5–80 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Bigfin Reef Squid?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Bigfin Reef Squid?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepia latimanus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Sepia latimanus
Common name: Bigfin Reef Squid
Category: Molluscs
Family: Sepiidae
Genus: Sepia
Size: 40–70 cm
Depth: 5–80 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: sandy-bottom, coral-reef
Behaviours: benthic, solitary, nocturnal
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea

Description

Sepia latimanus reaches 70 cm. Cuttlefish (Cephalopoda) Indo-Pacific. Large, sandy-reddish, highly chromatophore. Highly intelligent: hunts decoy, rapid camouflage. Solitary benthic, inhabits sandy/muddy bottoms. Nocturnal crustacean-fish predator. Aggressive/territorial defender. Deep reefs-bottoms 5-80 m. No threats = LC. Spectacular color masking. Well-observed Red Sea nights.

Photo of Bigfin Reef Squid

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Bigfin Reef Squid?: Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepia latimanus) reaches 40–70 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Bigfin Reef Squid?: Bigfin Reef Squid is found between 5–80 m deep.
Is the Bigfin Reef Squid dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Bigfin Reef Squid?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Bigfin Reef Squid?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Other species in the genus Sepia

Other species in the family Sepiidae

Metasepia pfefferi - Flamboyant Cuttlefish

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 220305)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 11010398)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia