Fishing for Longfin inshore squid

Doryteuthis pealeii

The Longfin inshore squid is a cephalopod found along the eastern coast of North America. It features elongated fins and a translucent body. Typically reaching 8-12 inches and weighing up to 1 pound, it preys on small fish and crustaceans. Known for its rapid color changes, it inhabits shallow coastal waters and exhibits complex social behaviors. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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