Exploring the Bobtail Squid

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What is a bobtail squid?

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A small marine animal that belongs to the cephalopod family, known for its unique body shape and ability to camouflage.

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What is the typical size of a bobtail squid?

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About the size of a golf ball.

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What is a predator of the bobtail squid?

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Sharks.

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What unique feature do bobtail squids have in their eyes?

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They can see in the dark.

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How does the bobtail squid avoid predators during the day?

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By burrowing into the sand.

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When is the bobtail squid most active?

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At night.

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What family do bobtail squids belong to?

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Cephalopods.

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What is camouflage?

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A method that allows an animal to blend in with its surroundings to avoid being seen by predators.

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What is the habitat of the bobtail squid?

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They are typically found in shallow coastal waters.

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What do bobtail squids eat?

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They primarily feed on small fish and crustaceans.