Invertebrate
Caribbean reef squid
Sepioteuthis sepioidea
IUCN status: Unknown
A small, hovering squid usually seen in loose formations over the reef top, changing colour and texture as it communicates. Common in the shallows of the Lighthouse Reef walls, including the reef flats at the Aquarium and Long Caye.
- Max size
- Up to ~20cm mantle
- Habitat
- Shallow reefs and seagrass
Best places to dive with Caribbean reef squid
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Seen in small groups over shallow reef, often near piers and on night dives; present year-round.
Lighthouse Reef
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Present year-round on shallow reefs; no seasonal peak. Not formally assessed on the IUCN Red List.
Sources & last checked
Checked July 2026
This is a researched draft, not yet human-verified. The seasonality and logistics are drawn from the sources below — confirm specifics (permits, fees, closures) with an operator before you book.
- Caribbean reef squid — Wikipedia
- What's it Like to Dive the Long Caye Aquarium — Belize Adventure