The kraken — a gigantic, tentacled sea monster capable of dragging ships and sailors down into the depths — is a creature of Norwegian myth. But millions of years ago, a similar real-life animal ...

A newly identified finned octopus species is forcing scientists to rethink who really ruled the oceans during the age of dinosaurs. Based on fossilized jaws uncovered in Japan and Canada, researchers ...

Equally mysterious and beautiful, octopuses are captivating creatures. There are over 300 octopus species, and they thrive in every ocean habitat. Their soft bodies can rapidly change shape, allowing ...