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Architeuthis

Architeuthis

9.9
A very large deep ocean squid that can reach up to 13 metres long
  • noun
  • /ˌɑrkɪˈtuːθɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Architeuthis can grow up to 13 meters in length, making it a true giant of the sea.

Examples

  • The Architeuthis is one of the largest invertebrates on the planet.

  • Until recently, sightings of Architeuthis were rare and surrounded by myth and speculation.

  • A team of scientists discovered a living Architeuthis off the coast of Japan.

  • Did you know that the Architeuthis can grow up to 18 meters?

  • Scientists believe that the Architeuthis could be one of the largest living creatures in the ocean.

  • Researchers have found that the Architeuthis primarily inhabits deep-sea environments.

  • The Architeuthis is known for its impressive size, often reaching lengths of over 12 meters.

Surface Forms

Architeuthis singular
Architeuthises plural

Etymology

Architeuthis is made of Greek pieces archi- and teuthis; archi- means 'great' or 'chief' (as in archenemy or archbishop) and teuthis means 'squid'. So the name points to a 'great squid', a fitting image for the giant squid.