Jaw and facial structures in the ancient human relatives show that they could open unusually wide, although researchers are stumped as to why they had this ability.
The giant defrosted this week has the world's biggest eyes, as well as light-emitting organs that may help render the squid invisible to predators, scientists say.
A colossal squid caught last year—thought to be the largest ever recorded—is giving scientists their first close look at the rare and elusive giant.
Authorities are receiving several reports of pigeons found alive with metal darts through their skulls. An animal rights group is offering a reward for information about the assailant.
The biggest squid ever caught has begun defrosting in a huge tank. Already it's yielding clues to the species' behavior and giant size, scientists say.