Giant Squid

The giant squid can grow to 60 feet in length. The bioluminescent vampire squid grows to only 6 inches in length. How many vampire squid could fit along the length of the giant squid? (1 length = 12 inches)

• 120 Vampire squids

• 100 Vampire squids

• 60 Vampire squids

What is the primary diet of the giant squid?

• Small fish

• Plankton

• Other squids

• Seaweed

How many arms does a squid have?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

How many tentacles does a squid have?

• 10

• 2

• 4

• 8

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What is the primary habitat of the giant squid?

• Deep ocean

• Coral reefs

• Freshwater lakes

• Coastal beaches

Which of the following is a unique feature of the giant squid's anatomy?

• Three hearts

• Bioluminescent skin

• A beak similar to a parrot

• Ability to regenerate limbs

What is the primary diet of the giant squid?

• Plankton

• Small fish

• Crustaceans

• Other squids

How do giant squids primarily move through the water?

• Using their tentacles

• Jet propulsion

• Swimming with fins

• Crawling on the ocean floor

Which scientific method is commonly used to study giant squids in their natural habitat?

• Satellite tracking

• Underwater drones

• Tagging and releasing

• Acoustic monitoring

What is the estimated maximum length a giant squid can reach?

• 20 feet

• 40 feet

• 60 feet

• 80 feet