Colossal Squid — printable fact sheet
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Colossal Squid
Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni
The colossal squid is the largest known invertebrate on Earth, inhabiting the deep, cold waters of the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica. This elusive mollusk is distinguished by its massive size, reaching lengths of up to 14 meters (46 feet) and weighing up to 495 kilograms…
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- Despite their gigantic size, colossal squids are believed to be relatively short-lived, possibly surviving only a couple of years.
- Colossal squids have the largest eyes of any known animal, measuring up to 30 centimeters (12 inches) in diameter. Their tentacles are equipped with rotating hooks, a feature unique among squid species. Very few complete specimens have ever been studied due to the extreme depths at which they live.
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