Vampire Squid Resembles Alien Life Form
 
   
 

 
   
The Vampire Squid, Vampyroteuthis infernalis, can grow to a maximum length of 28 centimeters and lives at depths of 600 to 900 meters.

At such depth, the environment they live is extreme; crushing pressure, and low levels of oxygen.

The vampire squid is not true a squid since they do not have ink sacs. To avoid predation, they use photophores which produces blue bioluminescent lights. If threatened by a predator, the Vampire squid will eject mucus containing photophores, temporarily blinding any predator that is close, giving time for a quick escape.

A study conducted by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute shows a vampire squid can also turn itself inside out to avoid predators. This display looks threatening, displaying spines. 

 
 

        



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