Humboldt squid - Wikipedia
The Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas), also known as jumbo squid or jumbo flying squid, is a large, predatory squid living in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is the only known species of the …
Jumbo/Humboldt Squid ~ MarineBio Conservation Society
Jumbo squid are members of the flying squid family, Ommastrephidae, and are known to actually eject themselves out of the sea to avoid predators. Jumbo squid are large impressive squid …
Humboldt Squid: The Biggest and Fiercest of its Kind - Ocean Info
Dosidicus Gigas, commonly known as the Humboldt Squid or jumbo squid are exceptional swimmers with specialized color tissue that enables them to shift their hue swiftly and …
How Big is the Giant Squid? | Smithsonian Ocean
You’d think such a huge animal wouldn't be hard to miss. But because the ocean is vast and giant squid live deep underwater, they remain elusive and are rarely seen: most of what we know …
Jumbo squid, Jumbo flying squid, Jumbo squid, Pota, Jibia
The Humboldt squid (Dosidicus gigas ), also known as jumbo squid or jumbo flying squid (EN), and Pota in Peru or Jibia in Chile (ES) is a large, predatory squid living in the eastern Pacific …
Humboldt Squid - Oceana
The Humboldt squid is also known as the jumbo flying squid for its ability to leap completely out of the water when escaping predators! Known for their rapid color changes and large size, these …
Giant squid | Description, Size, & Facts | Britannica
Dec 10, 2025 · Giant squid, any member of a genus of large, elusive cephalopods inhabiting deep regions of temperate to subtropical marine waters. Thought to be the largest or second largest …
Humboldt Squid Facts & Information Guide - American Oceans
The Humboldt squid, scientifically known as Dosidicus gigas, also known as the jumbo squid, is one of the largest predatory squid species of cephalopods. Native to the eastern Pacific …
Dosidicus Gigas: Facts About the Humboldt Squid
Jul 31, 2025 · Dosidicus gigas, commonly known as the Humboldt squid or jumbo squid, is a large marine creature inhabiting the Pacific Ocean. This predatory cephalopod is known for its …
Humboldt Squid Animal Facts - Dosidicus gigas - A-Z Animals
Nov 1, 2025 · The Humboldt squid, or “red devil,” is a giant, fast-swimming cephalopod famed for its flashing colors and importance in global fisheries.