But when were giant squids discovered, and why did it take so long to find the real-life "Kraken"? Let's find out. Do sea monsters actually exist? If they do, these are the ones most likely to be ...

Join Oliver Crimmen, Senior Curator of Fish, and Jon Ablett, Senior Curator of Mollusca, as they explore the real-life inspiration behind fantastic sea monsters of yore that are lurking in the ...

Sailors came across many strange creatures, which inspired the myths of sea monsters we know today. Let’s explore some real-life animals ... Consider: The kraken took inspiration from giant ...

Kraken The Kraken, a legendary sea monster feared by sailors, finds its roots in real-life marine creatures, particularly the giant squid. With its massive tentacles and elusive nature ...

We can’t have a list of mythical sea creatures without including the Kraken ... mythical sea monsters? While you won’t have to worry about seeing any of these beasts in real life, it ...

kraken aren’t terrible monsters from the sea who destroy our sailing ships and munch on our sailors. They’re kind and helpful. It’s the mermaids who are the real demons. That’s the upside ...