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Colossal squid

A colossal squid is a very big and very strong creature that lives in the deep, cold oceans of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. It is one of the largest creatures in the whole world, bigger than most whales!

Colossal squids have a head that is wide and round with two big, shiny eyes. They have eight long arms that can grab things tightly and two shorter tentacles that are covered in sharp hooks to catch prey. They also have a strong beak that can easily break things like shells and bones.

Colossal squids are very good at hiding and staying out of sight. They can change the color of their skin to blend in with their surroundings and become almost invisible. They can also shoot out a black ink to confuse predators and make their escape.

Scientists have only seen a few colossal squids in real life, so they still have a lot to learn about these mysterious creatures. However, they know that they are very important to the ocean's ecosystem and that they play an important role in keeping everything in balance.
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