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In September 2014, a fisherman found a dead colossal squid floating in the Southern Ocean that weighed 770 pounds, with an eye that measured 14 inches in diameter. She was about 3.6 meters long.
Sadly, she was not named, but was otherwise described as a 'perfect specimen'. Her scientific name is Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, and she is the only member of this genus.
Finding these animals is rare, since they are an important part of the food chain in the Southern Ocean, being a prime food source for Sperm Whales.
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What odd animals live in Antarctica?
There is the colossal squid - it's even bigger than the giant squid!
When was Colossal squid created?
Colossal squid was created in 1925.
How have squid adapted?
There are only two types of squid that live in Antarctica: the Colossal Squid and the Giant Squid. I believe they, like whales or seals, have an extra layer of blubber/fat that can protect them from the freezing water temperatures. Any other squid brought into Antarctica would die in minutes, if not seconds.
How large is a newborn colossal squid?
Colossal.
What is the largest invertebrates?
Giant squid?
What is the biggest squid in the world?
The biggest squid in the world is the colossal squid.
Does the colossal squid get a long with the giant squid?
yes.
Is the colossal squid extinct?
No.
Do colossal squid have gills?
No
What are the release dates for Colossal Squid - 2008?
Colossal Squid - 2008 was released on: USA: 31 August 2008
What actors and actresses appeared in Colossal Squid - 2008?
The cast of Colossal Squid - 2008 includes: Scott Cassell
What are the release dates for Colossal Squid - 2008 Squid Invasion 1-2?
Colossal Squid - 2008 Squid Invasion 1-2 was released on: USA: 23 November 2008
