The colossal squid—one of nature’s most elusive animals, and handily the world’s most massive squid species—was first identified 100 years ago using remains found in the stomach of a sperm whale. Now, one has been filmed alive in its natural oceanic environment for the first time. The nearly one-foot-long juvenile offers scientists a rare glimpse into its unique behaviors and biology. Learn more about this incredible find: https://on.natgeo.com/4ijzSvi | National Geographic

304K views · 1.4K reactions | Safely removing cephalopod fossils from the pierre shale without damage is a tedious process that can take all day. Heres a peak at an insanely good baculites grandis mid prep for extraction! | Colorado Geology | Facebook

👻 The ghostly Vulcan Octopus is the only known cephalopod that has adjusted to living it’s life where seawater meets magma YUP— this octopus casually hangs out around 196°F (91°C) toxic underwater volcanos 🌋 ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 😱 Interestingly enough, because of the extreme pressure of the deep ocean, the fluid around hydrothermal vents doesn’t boil. Another interesting observation with this species is its smooth skin— perhaps another deep sea adaptation? ⁣⁣ 😯 Imagine Scientist’s surprise to discover an e