Colossal squid captured on camera in historic deep sea discovery

April 16, 2025, 4:21 pm

An international team of researchers operating a remotely controlled submersible has captured the first-ever video footage of a colossal squid in its natural deep-sea environment. The juvenile squid, measuring about one foot, was filmed at a depth of approximately 1968 meters. Announced by the Schmidt Ocean Institute, this breakthrough provides an exciting glimpse into the behavior and habitat of this elusive species, opening new doors for marine research.


citynews.ca / A colossal squid is caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea

A colossal squid has been caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea by an international team of researchers steering a remotely operated submersible. The sighting was announced Tuesday by the Schmidt Ocean Institute. The squid filmed was a juvenile about 1 foot (30 centimeters) in length...

torontosun.com / A colossal squid is caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea

A colossal squid has been caught on camera for the first time in the deep sea by an international team of researchers steering a remotely operated submersible. The sighting was announced Tuesday by the Schmidt Ocean Institute. The squid filmed was a juvenile about 1 foot (30 centimeters) in length...


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