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Cycloteuthidae
Family of squids From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Cycloteuthidae are a family in the order Oegopsida, comprising two genera. While physically dissimilar, molecular evidence supports the relatedness of the genera. The family is found primarily in mesopelagic tropical to subtropical waters. Cycloteuthidae are characterised by a triangular funnel locking apparatus.
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Species
- Genus Cycloteuthis
- Genus Discoteuthis
- Discoteuthis discus *
- Discoteuthis laciniosa
- Discoteuthis sp. A *
- Discoteuthis sp. B
The entries listed above with an asterisk (*) are questionable and need further study to determine if they are valid or synonyms.
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