Fischer’s Egg

Fungi > Phallales

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Fischer’s EggScientific Name: Claustula fischeriCategory: FungiSubcategory: PhallalesSize: Fruiting body diameter: 1.0–2.0 in (2.5–5.0 cm); Height: 1.2–2.4 in (3.0–6.0 cm)Weight: 0.7–1.8 oz (20–50 g)Lifespan: Ephemeral fruiting body (1–2...

Dana Octopus Squid

Invertebrates > Cephalopods

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Dana Octopus SquidScientific Name: Taningia danaeCategory: InvertebratesSubcategory: CephalopodsSize: Mantle length: up to 5.6 ft (1.7 m); Total length: up to 7.5 ft (2.3 m)Weight: 90–135 lb (40–61 kg)Lifespan: Estimated 2–3 years in deep ocean...

Coffinfish

Fish > Chaunacidae & Coffinfishes

AT A GLANCECommon Name: CoffinfishScientific Name: Chaunax endeavouriCategory: FishSubcategory: Chaunacidae & CoffinfishesSize: Standard length: 6–9 in (15–22 cm); Maximum reach: 11 in (28 cm)Weight: 8–18 oz (220–500 g)Lifespan: Estimated 6–12 years in deep...