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How many arms does a squid have?
8 arms and 2 tentacles with suckers
What is the size of a colossal squid?
33 feet
What is the size of a giant squid?
66 feet
What kind of body do squids have?
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What does the siphon allow squids to do?
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How many arms and tentacles does a cuttlefish have?
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What makes the cuttlefish buoyant?
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What kind of body does the cuttlefish have?
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How big is the Dwarf Octopus?
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How big is the Pacific Giant Octopus?
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Where are octopuses found?
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What kind of body does an octopus have?
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What kind of mollusks are squid, octopus, and cuttlefish?
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What does a chambered nautilus body look like?
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What makes the chambered nautilus buoyant?
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How big is the chambered nautilus?
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How many tentacles does the chambered nautilus have?
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How many species of chiton are there?
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Where are chitons restricted to?
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How do chitons scrape algae from their rocks?
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Where do tusk shells live?
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How many species of tusk shells are there?
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What mollusks were thought to be extinct until 1952?
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What do octopuses prey on?
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What is an octopus' bite like?
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Study Notes
Squid Characteristics
- Squids possess 8 arms and 2 tentacles equipped with suckers.
- Their body structure is elongated, allowing for streamlined movement.
- They can hover and steer using a specialized siphon.
Sizes of Squid Species
- Colossal squid can reach lengths of up to 33 feet.
- Giant squid may grow as large as 66 feet.
Cuttlefish Overview
- Cuttlefish also have 8 arms and 2 tentacles.
- A cuttlefish's buoyancy is contributed by its cuttle bone.
- Their body is flattened with a fin extending along each side.
Octopus Details
- The Dwarf Octopus measures approximately 2 inches in size.
- The Pacific Giant Octopus can grow up to 30 feet.
- Octopuses are typically found as common bottom dwellers.
- They have a round body shape, differentiating them from squids and cuttlefish.
Cephalopods Classification
- Squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish are classified as cephalopods, known for being agile swimmers without an external shell.
Chambered Nautilus Features
- The chambered nautilus has a coiled external shell and gas-filled chambers that provide buoyancy.
- It measures about 10 inches in size and possesses between 60 to 90 tentacles.
Chiton Species and Habitat
- There are approximately 800 species of chitons, primarily found on rocky shores.
- Chitons use their radula to scrape algae from rocks.
Tusk Shell Information
- Tusk shells are found in sandy or muddy bottoms, being most common in deep waters.
- There are around 350 species of tusk shells.
Monoplacophoran
- Monoplacophorans were believed to be extinct until rediscovered in 1952.
Octopus Prey and Defense
- Octopuses primarily prey on crabs, lobsters, and shrimp.
- They possess a highly toxic bite and utilize an ink sac for defense.
- Octopuses are recognized as strong swimmers.
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