The Vampire Squid... November 25, 2013

The vampire squid's scientific name is Vampyroteuthis infernalis. They reproduce by the male impregnating the female. The female then does shortly after the birth. This squid lives 3,000 feet below the surface. They eat small invertabrates and not much is known about what eats them. They are special because they have spikes on their tentacles that they use to catch their prey. Interestingly, despite what most people think, these squids and their spike are harmless to humans.