Big-Eyed Pearlsquid

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid are a tiny squid species native to planet Osao. Stunning creatures, they dazzle in the waters and leave a lasting impact on visitors. Meet our colony of fifty-five pearlsquids in the Miniature Cephalopods Sector 1!

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid by Mochi

Quick Facts

COMMON NAME: Big-Eyed Pearlsquid SCIENTIFIC NAME: Lapilloteuthis oculus DIET: Small fish and other small cephalopods HABITAT: Warm coastal environments CONSERVATION STATUS: Least Concern FUN FACT: Big-Eyed Pearlsquid hunt in large groups, swarming shoals of fish!

Anatomy

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid are only the size of an anchovy. Their holographic, shimmering skin is unmistakeable.

Diet

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid consume fish and other smaller cephalopods. They will eat fish the same size as themselves, but squids the same size can put up a good fight.

Habitat

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid live in the coastal Ink Kingdom. They live in rock pools and the coastlines, in any pockets of water accessible.

Behaviour

Big-Eyed Pearlsquid are quite lively animals. They can swim up to 40kmph, and enjoy hopping around rock pools, by launching themselves out of the water.