Sepia latimanus

Breitarm - Sepia (Sepia latimanus )

The Breitarm sepia or wide lobe Sepia (Sepia latimanus ) is the second largest species of cuttlefish Sepia after Giant from the group of cephalopods ( Cephalopoda ). You have an up to 50 cm long coat and weigh up to 10 kg.

Lifestyle and dissemination

The species is widely distributed and lives in coral reefs at depths up to 30 meters. It can be found between the Andaman Sea to the Fiji Islands and Australia. The prey of Breitarm - Cuttlefish are small fish and shrimp. The diurnal animal runs in the hunt with the help of its chromatophores in a fast rhythm bands over his body and thus seems to mesmerize the prey.

Reproduction

The pairing of Breitarm - cuttlefish takes place in shallow water up to 30 meters depth from January to May The males are seen here in a strong colors. The females lay their well-camouflaged eggs usually from between Außenriffkante and coral roof. After about 38 to 40 days to slip the small Breitarm - cuttlefish and hide among the corals.