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The Giant Squid.

Authors :
Roper, Clyde F. E.
Boss, Kenneth J.
Source :
Scientific American; Apr82, Vol. 246 Issue 4, p96-105, 7p, 3 Black and White Photographs, 1 Diagram
Publication Year :
1982

Abstract

The article discusses on the anatomy and ecology of giant squid, which in 1980s, had no living specimen available in research institutes. Experts in the study of cephalopods have categorized giant squid in the genus Architeuthis on the basis of the squid's individual parts. It provides information on the weight, length, size, physical form of the squid, and its reproduction.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368733
Volume :
246
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Scientific American
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
19789302
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/scientificamerican0482-96