This one goes out to all the deep-sea enthusiasts: This is the first confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat many leagues under the sea. This one is a juvenile, likely under a foot long. Adults, who have never been filmed alive, are believed to grow up to 23 feet long and weigh over 1,000 pounds. This species generally live in Antarctic waters at depths of more than 3,200 feet. With graceful movement, a transparent body, and glowing eyes, this baby is a beauty. This one-of-a-kind video was captured by the Schmidt Ocean Institute with a remotely by operated submersible. [Video description: A juvenile colossal squid swimming in the black depths underwater.] #science #colossalsquid #deepsea #deepseacreatures