The colossal squid has caught the world's attention. This female colossal squid is the most massive invertebrate ever discovered, with 4,2 m long and holds the record for the world's largest eye measuring 27cm in diameter, and weighting 495kg. Nearly half a tonne!.
The colossal squid was landed by the New Zealand fishing vessel, the San Aspiring, in the Ross Sea in 2007 and gifted to Te Papa by the Ministry of Fisheries.
Stored for a year in a freezer in Te Papa’s Tory St facility, it was defrosted in April 2008 and examined by a team of international scientists,
with marine biologist Dr Steve O’Shea (Director, Earth & Oceanic Sciences Research Institute, Auckland University of Technology and Colossal Squid expert), leading the way.When you are in Wellington, dont forget to visit Te Papa and come face to face with Te Papa colossal squid. You may explore the life of a squid through computer interactive or watch the documentary on their television. the admission is free.
For further information about colossal squid exhibit, you are welcome to visit Te Papa website here.
Gede amat, tuh, squid.. Enak, gak, ya?
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