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The giant squid (Architeuthis dux, pictured) was for a long time thought to be the largest extant cephalopod. It is now known that the colossal squid
The giant squid (Architeuthis dux, pictured) was for a long time thought to be the largest extant cephalopod. It is now known that the colossal squid (Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni) attains an even greater maximum size. The giant squid seen here measured 9.24 m (30.3 ft) in total length and had a mantle length of 1.79 m (5.9 ft).
Standard measurements for cephalopods with a squid and octopus as examples
Standard measurements for cephalopods with a squid and octopus as examples
Scientists measuring the mantle width of a large female giant squid of c. 2 m (6.6 ft) ML
Scientists measuring the mantle width of a large female giant squid of c. 2 m (6.6 ft) ML
Giant squid beak and associated muscles with hand for scale
Giant squid beak and associated muscles with hand for scale
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Size comparison with a human
Size comparison with a human
The beak of a colossal squid
The beak of a colossal squid
This specimen, caught in early 2007, is the largest cephalopod ever recorded. Here it is shown alive during capture, with the delicate red skin still
This specimen, caught in early 2007, is the largest cephalopod ever recorded. Here it is shown alive during capture, with the delicate red skin still intact and the mantle characteristically inflated.