Thysanoteuthis rhombus are distinguishable by the presence of arms with two series of suckers, whereas the tentacular clubs … Meer weergeven

T. rhombus has a relatively low population density, which has led to a unique situation among squids, namely monogamy, where male and female couples of the same size remain together from their juvenile stage unti… Meer weergeven

In subsurface water levels, T. rhombus juveniles were found to feed on crustaceans, small cephalopods and fishes. As adults, the stomach contents of the Diamond squid were found to consist most… Meer weergeven

The predators that feed on T. rhombus include various species of ommastrephid squids, dolphin fish, lancet fish, tuna, swordfish, Gempylus serpens, and sharks. Other predators include mammals such as dolp… Meer weergeven

The pairing of males and females occurs at an immature stage where mantle length is less than 100mm and pairs remain monogamous. Mating occurs in a head-to-head position, in which the male uses its hect… Meer weergeven