New squid family named after Poseidon found in sperm whale's stomach
New squid family named after Poseidon found in sperm whale's stomach
Scientists have established a new family of squids named Mobydickidae based on a specimen collected in the 1950s. This unique squid, named Mobydickia poseidonii, differs significantly from previous known species due to its morphology and coloration. Unlike its relatives, this squid lacks photophores and has distinctive arm hooks resembling a trident. The specimen was originally found in the stomach of a sperm whale during a whaling expedition.
Scientists have established a new family of squids named Mobydickidae based on a specimen collected in the 1950s. This unique squid, named Mobydickia poseidonii, differs significantly from previous known species due to its morphology and coloration. Unlike its relatives, this squid lacks photophores and has distinctive arm hooks resembling a trident. The specimen was originally found in the stomach of a sperm whale during a whaling expedition.
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Scientists have established a new family of squids named Mobydickidae based on a specimen collected in the 1950s. This unique squid, named Mobydickia poseidonii, differs significantly from previous known species due to its morphology and coloration. Unlike its relatives, this squid lacks photophores and has distinctive arm hooks resembling a trident. The specimen was originally found in the stomach of a sperm whale during a whaling expedition. 
