Chtenopteryx
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Chtenopteryx chuni |
Chtenopteryx is a genus of small, muscular, midwater squids in the monotypic family Chtenopterygidae. Three species are presently recognized in the genus, but more are believed to exist.
These squids occupy tropical to subtropical waters probably at depths of 500-1000 m during the day and near-surface waters at night.
[edit] Species
- Chtenopteryx chuni *
- Chtenopteryx sepioloides
- Chtenopteryx sicula, Comb-finned Squid or Toothed-fin Squid
The species listed above with an asterisk (*) is questionable and needs further study to determine if it is a valid species or a synonym.
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