The colossal squid (Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni) is a species of very large squid belonging to the family Cranchiidae, that of the cockatoo squids or glass squids.

Nov 19, 2025 · The colossal squid is a massive, elusive cephalopod species inhabiting cold, deep regions of the Southern Ocean. Biologists consider the colossal squid either the largest or …

Colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni (Robson, 1925), aka Antarctic cranch squid, are one of the largest, most elusive, and mysterious of the cephalopods.

Aug 24, 2025 · Colossal Squids are native to the cold waters around Antarctica. As one of the more mysterious sea animals known to the scientific community, there is little known about the …

Jun 9, 2025 · The colossal squid is the largest invertebrate on Earth, bigger and heavier than the giant squid. Colossal squid are found in cold Southern Ocean waters and are rarely seen by …

Elusive and rarely found, the colossal squid is the largest known invertebrate – reaching lengths of 10 meters (33 feet) and weigh nearly 500 kg (1,100 lbs)! This massive squid lives in the …

The world's largest invertebrate remained hidden from humanity until a tantalising glimpse 100 years ago. But it would be decades before we come face to face with the colossal squid.

Basic facts about Colossal squid: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.

6 days ago · Although its the largest invertebrate species in the world, scientists have never glimpsed the colossal squid (Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni) in its natural habitat. However, a …

Apr 16, 2025 · Two research expeditions have captured the first footage of two squid species — a colossal squid and a glacial glass squid — swimming in the deep sea.