SquidVid: Bigfin Squid

The video below was taken in Hawai'i in 2001.



Bigfin squids are rarely seen. Notice how the squid in the video has extremely long arms and even has "elbows"! This squid's fin is very large in comparison to its mantle. Read more about bigfin squids here.

Humboldt Squids Get a Bad Rap

I am sure many of you have seen the recent news about the recent invasion of Humboldt (or "jumbo") squids off of the coast of California.

An article I read today raises some interesting points. A great deal of the press coverage about Humboldt squids have been labeling them as "sea monsters" who are "attacking."

The Humboldt definitely gets a bad rap. Even before the California squid invasion, I noticed this after a recent visit to the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. The 3D IMAX film Into the Deep was a highlight of the visit to the museum, but a scene featuring Humboldt squids called them "the stuff nightmares are made of." How true are these descriptions?

As the article points out, Humboldt squids can be aggressive, but are by no means "man-eating!" Squid researcher Brad Seibel (of the University of Rhode Island) describes the Humboldt squid as "timid" and "curious." Seibel claims that many things contribute to the fierce characterization of Humboldts -- including cage diving amongst the squids and chumming the water to purposefully churn them up! Research has shown the creatures to be aggressive when feeding, but passive most other times.

Let's help educate others about the Humboldt squid by correcting the common misinformation out there!

Piglet Squid Photographed!!

Check out this adorable photograph of a Banded Piglet Squid! You can read more about the photograph here. This squid is rarely photographed, but this image was taken at a rescue aquarium! Lucky us, getting to see this cute li'l guy up close and personal!

Learn more about piglet squids here!

Welcome, Squid Lovers!

Greetings to all squid lovers. I decided to create a blog dedicated to all things squid. I hope you enjoy your stay here, and enjoy all of the squid-related content! Feel free to message me if you have any suggestions or squid related news, pictures, or items I should report! :)