Least Concern
Vampire Squid
Vampyroteuthis infernalis
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About
The vampire squid is a deep-sea cephalopod with a unique appearance, featuring webbing between its arms and large blue eyes. Despite its name, it does not suck blood but gets its name from its dark color and webbed arms.
Habitat
Deep ocean worldwide, typically between 600-900 meters
Diet
Carnivorous - marine snow and small invertebrates
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Fun Facts
- Vampire squids are not true squids or octopuses but belong to their own order.
- They can turn themselves inside out as a defense mechanism, exposing spiny projections.
- Vampire squids live in oxygen minimum zones, where oxygen levels are extremely low.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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