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Scientists Unravel Mystery of Flying Squid

Posted by Guest Blogger in Ocean Views on February 20, 2013
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By Valarie Chapman We have only studied a small portion of the world’s oceans – leaving us plenty of room for surprises.  In one great recent surprise, researchers at Hokkaido University have proven that a species of squid can fly (published in the journal Marine Biology). There were rumors and witnesses of these flying squid,…

The Slightly Disturbing Science of Squid

Posted by David Braun of National Geographic on April 12, 2011
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“No wonder our ancestors evolved so long ago limbs that allowed us to escape the water and walk on dry land,” writes Wendy Williams, author of a new book about squid. “I’ll take a lion to a large squid any day.” Learn more about squid and other cephalopods, their astonishing capabilities, and what they have in common with humans.