8legs: Hokkaido university

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New fossils show giant cephalopods reached about 19 meters, rivaling the era’s top marine predators.
Wear on the jaws indicates heavy use crushing hard prey, implying bone-crushing predation by these octopuses.
Two valid octopus species were found, Nanaimoteuthis jeletzkyi and N. haggarti, with the latter likely larger.

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A new study investigates a giant ancient octopus from the Cretaceous period and its ecological role.
Researchers use fossil evidence and anatomy to gauge the creature's size and habitat.
Findings help explain cephalopod evolution and ancient biodiversity in oceans.
The study aims to clarify how giant marine life interacted within Cretaceous ecosystems.
Experts discuss implications for cephalopod evolution over millions of years.
The study contributes to the broader narrative of ancient ocean life and diversity.
Researchers rely on fossil records to estimate the octopus's historical range.
The work adds to the dialogue about how ancient marine ecosystems supported large cephalopods.
The study offers a framework for future research on Cretaceous ocean life.

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