AnAge entry for Architeuthis dux

Classification (HAGRID: 04652)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Mollusca
        Class: Cephalopoda
            Order: Teuthida
                Family: Architeuthidae
                    Genus: Architeuthis
Species
Architeuthis dux
Common name
Giant squid

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
35 years (wild)
Source
ref. 1450
Sample size
Small
Data quality
Questionable
Observations

There is yet to be a consensus on the longevity of these large animals, with some works estimating that they may live between 2 to 3 years, while other estimate a longevity of over 25 years [1450].

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

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