👉 Apatideans are a group of small, flat-bodied cephalopods that inhabit shallow water environments such as estuaries and mangrove swamps. They have a relatively short life cycle (less than 10 days), and their reproductive system is highly specialized for the production of eggs and sperm. Apataids are known for their ability to form complex structures, including shells, which serve as both protection against predators and functional components like valves and valves.
