Although its the largest invertebrate species in the world, scientists have never glimpsed the colossal squid ...

It has taken humans over 100 years to see a rare Antarctic gonate squid alive and swimming through the dark, cold ocean.

When we think of the ocean, what often comes to mind are familiar sights– coral reefs, fishing boats, and waves breaking along the shore. But just a few hundred metres below the surface, the ...

However, a non-profit ocean research team named Kolossal may have finally spotted a juvenile colossal squid as it traversed the waters around Antarctica.

Scientists using a remotely operated submersible spotted the squid, but after a few minutes, it swam away in the depths.

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Researchers filmed a rare Antarctic gonate squid off Antarctica, seen alive for the first time. The squid was captured at a depth of 7,060 feet in the ocean's midnight zone on December 25, 2024 ...

Scientists captured the elusive Antarctic gonate squid on camera for the first time during a National Geographic expedition.

If these defenses fail, giant squids will fiercely fight back with their powerful tentacles and sharp-toothed suckers. Sperm whales often bear distinctive sucker scars after battling a giant squid.