Cladus: Eukaryota Name Teuthowenia Chun, 1910 Type species: T. megalops Chun, 1910 References * CephBase [1] Teuthowenia is a genus of three known glass squid. Species of this genus are characterized by their deep-sea habitat, clear bodies, and ability to engorge themselves with water to become larger when threatened. Each known species has a visible digestive gland, which serves a similar purpose as a stomach and liver. External links * CephBase: Teuthowenia * Tree of Life web project: Teuthowenia
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