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The Colossal Squid

The Colossal Squid is the stuff of sea legends - a deep-sea giant with humongous tentacles covered in swiveling hooks and eyes as big as a dinner plate. Their official size? 12-14 meters long, that's more than half the length of a school bus! Despite their impressive size, they’re pretty elusive creatures, looming in the dark, icy waters near Antarctica, making them a rare sight.

Colossal Squid - Animal Matchup
Colossal Squid
SizeUp to 46 feet (14 meters)
WeightOver 1,000 pounds (454 kilograms)
SpeedNA
Key StrengthPowerful tentacles with sharp hooks
Biggest WeaknessVulnerable to attacks on its soft body
Scientific NameMesonychoteuthis hamiltoni
FamilyCranchiidae
HabitatDeep ocean
GeographySouthern Ocean
DietFish and other squid
Lifespan3-4 years - 5 years
Colossal Squid - Animal Matchup

The Colossal Squid

The Colossal Squid is the stuff of sea legends - a deep-sea giant with humongous tentacles covered in swiveling hooks and eyes as big as a dinner plate. Their official size? 12-14 meters long, that's more than half the length of a school bus! Despite their impressive size, they’re pretty elusive creatures, looming in the dark, icy waters near Antarctica, making them a rare sight.

Fun Fact: Did you know the Colossal Squid has the largest eyes in the entire animal kingdom, giving exceptional vision in the deep ocean's dark waters?

Colossal Squid
SizeUp to 46 feet (14 meters)
WeightOver 1,000 pounds (454 kilograms)
SpeedNA
Key StrengthPowerful tentacles with sharp hooks
Biggest WeaknessVulnerable to attacks on its soft body
Scientific NameMesonychoteuthis hamiltoni
FamilyCranchiidae
HabitatDeep ocean
GeographySouthern Ocean
DietFish and other squid
Lifespan3-4 years - 5 years

Colossal Squid Matchups

We use AI to simulate matchups between the Colossal Squid and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.

Colossal Squid vs Blue Whale

Fun Fact: Unlike other squids that have suckers on their tentacles, the Colossal Squid sports rotating hooks, the perfect tool for catching dinner in the deep sea!

Fun Fact: The Colossal Squid's body is full of ammonia solutions which helps it stay buoyant without expending energy, kind of like having built-in water wings!