The real-life KRAKEN: Giant octopuses the same size as sperm whales roamed the oceans 72 million years ago, study finds
The ancient oceans were once ruled by giant 'kraken-like' octopuses that measured up to 62 feet (19m) long, new research reveals.
Giant Octopus Fossils Discovered
- Giant, 60-foot octopuses were apex predators 100 million years ago, fossil discovery shows CNN —
- Monstrous octopus terrorized seas off B.C. in Age of Dinosaurs, study suggests CBC —
- Massive kraken-like octopus may have ruled the seas during age of dinosaurs The Globe and Mail —
- Kraken-like octopuses may have been top predators during the Cretaceous AP News —
- A massive kraken-like octopus may have prowled the seas during the age of dinosaurs The Independent —