Squid Collection (page 8)

Chinese squid trawler in Stanley, capital of the Falkland Islands, South America

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Pygmy Squid. Date:

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Tropical Bottletail Squid buried in sand. Date:

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Golden Tropical Bottletail Squid on black sand. Date:

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Bigfin Reef Squid. Date:

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Berry's Bobtail Squid on sand. Date:

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Bigfin Reef Squid at night. Date:

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Bigfin Reef Squid at night. Date:

Pygmy Cuttlefish, Indonesia

Group of squids in formation near fishing net with silvery fish inside, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

Cuttlefish, Indonesia

Group of bigfin reef squid with sharp sunrays piercing the surface
Group of bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) in formation, with sharp sunrays piercing the surface, Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

A bobtail squid emerges from the sandy seafloor
A bobtail squid (Euprymna berryi) emerges from the sandy seafloor in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical region in Indonesia is known for its spectacular coral reefs

A pygmy cuttlefish among corals and algae near a reef
A pygmy cuttlefish hovers among corals and algae near a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

Reef Squid, USS Kittiwake, Grand Cayman

A small bobtail squid crawls out of the sand
A small bobtail squid (Euprymna berryi) crawls out of the sand in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Colourful squid, Anambas, Indonesia

Colourful squid, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
Colourful squid, Lembeh Strait, Bitung, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Caribbean Reef Squid at night on reef

Bigfin reef squid tending eggs along a buoy line, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
Bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) tending eggs which have been laid along a buoy line, taken at dusk, Lembeh Strait, Indonesia

Kaiwhekea plesiosaur feeding on a pair of squid-like cephalopods

Concept of the suction feeding Shastasaurus eating celphalopods
Artists concept of the suction feeding in Shastasaurus, where the ichthyosaur hunts bioluminescent cephalopods in deep waters

Aristonectes plesiosaur attempts to make a meal of a squid-like cephalopod during the Late Cretaceous period

A massive Shonisaurus attempts to make a meal of a school of squid-like Belemnites
A massive, 30-ton Shonisaurus, the largest known ichthyosaur (marine reptile) attempts to make a meal of a school of squid-like Belemnites

Squid-like Orthoceratites attempt to make meals of trilobites
Squid-like Orthoceratites (genus Orthoceras) attempt to make meals of trilobites of the species Asaphus kowalewskii at the bottom of an Ordovician sea 480 million years ago

Liopleurodon eating an ammonite. Liopleurodon are large carnivorous marine reptiles from the Jurassic era

Creatures from the four continents in a landscape with a view of Canton in the background
XAM66146 Creatures from the four continents in a landscape with a view of Canton in the background (oil on copper) by Kessel, Ferdinand van (1648-96); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna

Fishes and a squid, Albert Flamen, Jacques Lagniet, Lodewijk XIV (koning van Frankrijk), 1648 - 1670

Indians eating a meal, page 77 from Admiranda Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry
XIR208687 Indians eating a meal, page 77 from Admiranda Narratio... engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1585-88 (coloured engraving) by White

Squid for sale at the fish markeet in Busan, South Korea

Squid for sale in the modern fish market in Busan, South Korea

Bigfin Reef Squid -Sepioteuthis lessoniana-, Gulf of Oman, Oman

Bigfin reef squid -Sepioteuthis lessoniana-, Red Sea, Egypt, Africa

Typical fish dish with shrimps, mussels, whiting, octopus, boiled potatoes, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

NEW JERSEY: FISHING, 1880. Squidding for blue-fish at Asbury Park. Engraving, 1880

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Berry's Bobtail Squid Date:

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Bigfin Reef Squid during night dive Date:

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Pair of Bigfin Reef Squid during night dive Batu Angus dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Pair of Bigfin Reef Squid

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Bigfin Reef Squid on nght dive TK1 dive site, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Indonesia. Bigfin Reef Squid

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Bobtail Squid / Little Cuttlefish the smallest species of cephalopods reach a maximum of 5cm in length juveniles like this one are about the size of a little fingernail - Bouley Bay, Jersey, UK. Date:

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Bobtail Squid / Little Cuttlefish the smallest species of cephalopods reach a maximum of 5cm in length juveniles like this one are about the size of a little fingernail - Bouley Bay, Jersey, UK. Date:

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Bobtail Squid / Little Cuttlefish the smallest species of cephalopods reach a maximum of 5cm in length juveniles like this one are about the size of a little fingernail - Bouley Bay, Jersey, UK. Date:

Swallow-tailed Gull (Larus furcatus) Punto Cevallos, Espanola (Hood) Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, South America. Gull is nocturnal and oceanic

Bigfin Reef Squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana) adult, at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Greater Sunda Islands, Indonesia, October

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Sea Otter - eating Squid whilst lying on back in water (Enhydra lutris) Date:

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Squid being sorted Date:

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Squid used for bait in Great White Shark diving Date:

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Vampire Squid - Close-up of eye Date:

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"Squid: Mythical Creatures and Underwater Wonders" From ancient times to modern depictions, they have captivated our imaginations. The Fish Mosaic from Pompeii showcases the intricate beauty of these creatures, reminding us of their presence in history. Legends of the Kraken attacking ships during storms have fueled tales of adventure on the high seas. The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters cartoon depicts England as an octopus of imperialism, symbolizing the far-reaching grasp of power. Jules Verne's iconic novel "20, 000 Leagues Under the Sea" takes us on a thrilling journey where Captain Nemo's sailors encounter giant cuttlefish. Wood engravings bring this fantastical world to life, leaving readers awestruck by the sheer size and mystery surrounding these deep-sea dwellers. The Giant Squid VT 7670 illustration provides a rare glimpse into Architeuthis, showcasing its immense profile. Meanwhile, the Vampire Squid demonstrates its unique defense mechanism by assuming a "pineapple" posture off California's coast. In Channel Isles and Caribbean waters alike, squid continue to thrive as vibrant inhabitants of coral reefs. Their graceful movements mesmerize divers who witness Caribbean reef squid hovering over colorful corals or Bigfin squid gracefully swimming through open water above. Whether portrayed in art or encountered in nature, squids remain enigmatic creatures that inspire awe and fascination. Exploring their mythical allure or observing them firsthand reminds us that there is still so much left to discover beneath the waves.