Scientific name: Loligo vulgaris
It is a mollusk with a length of between 15 and 30 cm. It has 8 short arms and two extendable catching tentacles. It lives in waters close to the coast, from the surface of the sea up to 100 meters deep. It is a nocturnal predator that feeds on fish and prawns.
Curiosities
It moves by jet propulsion. When it feels in danger it expels ink to confuse its predators and flee.
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