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First-Ever Footage of Juvenile Colossal Squid Captured!

5/17/2025

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For the first time ever, researchers captured footage of a juvenile colossal squid near the South Sandwich Islands during a Schmidt Ocean Institute expedition. These magnificent creatures can reach lengths of 23 feet and weigh up to 1,100 pounds. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on the mysterious behaviors and habitats of deep-sea life, igniting curiosity about the ocean's hidden wonders.

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For the first time ever, researchers captured footage of a juvenile colossal squid near the South Sandwich Islands during a Schmidt Ocean Institute expedition. These magnificent creatures can reach lengths of 23 feet and weigh up to 1,100 pounds. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on the mysterious behaviors and habitats of deep-sea life, igniting curiosity about the ocean's hidden wonders.