Darkly colored cephalopod that doesn't actually consume blood Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Darkly colored cephalopod that doesn't actually consume blood” from the USA Today crossword of October 31, 2025? It has 12 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

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USA TODAY, OCTOBER 31, 2025

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What is the answer to “Darkly colored cephalopod that doesn't actually consume blood”?

VAMPIRESQUID, 12 letters.

When was “Darkly colored cephalopod that doesn't actually consume blood” last seen in a crossword?

In the USA Today crossword of October 31, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

12 letters, starting with V.