i.e, in a (large) tank in a domestic setting?
2007-07-06 01:20:30 · 5 answers · asked by Sophie 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
It think it is possible, but they need a lot of attention and they do not have long lifespans.
2007-07-06 01:34:14 · answer #1 · answered by DrSean 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The slender inshore squid or the common European squid would be logical choices for a squidarium. However, you hardly ever see these at the aquarium. You generally see the Pacific giant octopus and very few other cephalopods. My guess is no, you probably would not be able to keep a small squid as a pet in a home aquarium. Their feeding requirements are very persnickety, they only live generally 6 months to two years, and a whole lot of other variables. You might try getting some formaldehyde and buying a whole squid at the supermarket so at least you could be in close contact and observe a real squid every day.
2007-07-07 00:15:26 · answer #2 · answered by Professor Armitage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It very much depends on the species. Many types of squid are deep water organisms, and used to a much higher water pressure. They do not do well in shallower water, and it would be very difficult to pressurize a tank.
2007-07-06 11:27:49 · answer #3 · answered by kt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, if you have room for a 10,000 gallon saltwater tank!
2007-07-06 09:28:24 · answer #4 · answered by Perky_gurl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah, but...hwo wants a squid for pet!
2007-07-06 08:24:08 · answer #5 · answered by Claire B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋