Ascarosepion latimanus
35cm
8-55m
1 sites
The Broadclub Cuttlefish is easily recognized by its broad, oval-shaped body and vibrant colour displays. Look for the distinctive white band around the mantle. Their colouration can change rapidly, shifting from brown and mottled to bright yellow, orange, or even purple. Unlike other cuttlefish, they often display a 'passing cloud' effect, with dark bands rippling across their skin. They have a distinctive, almost comical, waddle when moving along the seabed.
Sepiidae
Prepare to be mesmerized by the Broadclub Cuttlefish (Ascarosepion latimanus), a true underwater chameleon! Reaching up to 50cm, these cephalopods are masters of disguise, flashing an array of vibrant colours and intricate patterns across their broad bodies. Divers often encounter them while exploring coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef, Southeast Asia, South Pacific, and even as far north as Japan and Korea. Keep your eyes peeled in depths of 8 to 55 meters, and you might just witness their stunning displays of camouflage and communication. These colour changes are so rapid and dramatic that it is not uncommon to see them go from blending into their surroundings to putting on a dazzling light show in the blink of an eye. They are a favourite of underwater photographers and videographers due to their dynamic displays.
Flamboyant Cuttlefish
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