Description
Loligo pealeii or Illex illecebrosus. Use preserved squid to explore the fascinating anatomical characteristics of cephalopods. Student engagement will soar as they examine the squid’s external anatomy, which features arms and tentacles with small sucker cups, complex eyes, color-changing chromatophores, and more. Internally, more interesting structures can be observed such as a beak, 3 hearts, and a modified shell called a gladius or “pen.” As students dissect and explore the anatomy of this complex, intelligent invertebrate, have them relate structure to function and note structural adaptations.
Preserved squid are appropriate for elementary school general science classes up into college-level comparative anatomy courses.
Product Features
- Double injected (red arteries and blue veins) for in-depth study of the circulatory system.
- Multiple specimens are bulk packed and shipped in a vacuum-sealed bag.
- Prices listed are for 1 specimen.
Carolina’s Perfect Solution®
Carolina’s Perfect Solution® is a proprietary fixative that produces the safest and highest quality specimens on the market. Perfect Solution® specimens are safe and nontoxic, produce no dangerous off-gassing, and require no special disposal. The lifelike color and tissue texture allow students to easily identify structures and learn anatomy.