Creatures of the Sea: Squid

by Kris Hirschmann

Squid are common throughout the world's oceans. These cephalopods have many fascinating traits, including the ability to change their color, squirt ink to defend themselves, propel themselves with jets of water, and more. This book looks at the squid's anatomy, food choices, enemies and defenses, and life cycle. A few fascinating species, including the giant squid and the deepwater bioluminescent squids, are examined in more detail.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0737715561
• ISBN13: 9780737715569
• Release Date: October 2003
• Publisher: KidHaven Press
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8