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cuttlefish, any of several marine cephalopods of the order Sepioidea, related to the octopus and squid and characterized by a thick internal calcified shell called the cuttlebone.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Where is the cuttlebone found?<\/span><\/h2>\ncuttlefish<\/p>\n
<\/span>Is cuttlebone and cuttlefish the same thing?<\/span><\/h2>\nCuttlebone, also known as cuttlefish bone, is a hard, brittle internal structure (an internal shell) found in all members of the family Sepiidae, commonly known as cuttlefish, within the cephalopods.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Does a squid have bones?<\/span><\/h2>\nSquid are members of the phylum Mollusca, which contains invertebrate animals. They do not have spinal cords or bones. Squids are cephalopods, which means that have their arms attached to their heads.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Where does cuttlebone come from?<\/span><\/h2>\nA cuttlebone is not a bone, but rather the internal shell of the Cuttlefish, a small, squid-like cephalopod. In the Cuttlefish, the cuttlebone is filled with gasses and helps control the fish’s buoyancy in the water.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Why do birds eat cuttlebone?<\/span><\/h2>\nWhat is a cuttlebone for birds? Cuttlebones are commonly placed in pet bird enclosures for exercise, beneficial nutrients, and grooming. When your bird playfully pecks at its cuttlebone, the bone helps polish its beak by removing outer layers, and it even provides a source of calcium when ingested.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>How are cuttlebone harvested?<\/span><\/h2>\nCuttlebones are harvested from dead cuttlefish (a type of cephalopod). Cuttlefish are commercially fished and sold as food, mainly in Europe and East Asia, and their cuttlebones are a by-product of this industry. Cuttlebone alternatives, such as mineral blocks, are available if you want a vegan option for your pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is cuttlebone good for humans?<\/span><\/h2>\nToday, cuttlebones are commonly used as calcium-rich dietary supplements for caged birds, chinchillas, hermit crabs, reptiles, shrimp, and snails. These are not intended for human consumption<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>Is cuttlefish poisonous to eat?<\/span><\/h2>\nCuttlefish is low in total fat, high in protein and is a good source of a number of vitamins and minerals. One exception to edible Cuttlefish is the little Flamboyant Cuttlefish. It is poisonous to eat, but even if it was not poisonous it would be a very small meal.<\/p>\n