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Kraken Current: May 2026 | Giant Octopus Fossils Discovered
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Welcome to the very first episode of Kraken Current — our new monthly dive into the latest stories from the cryptid, paranormal, and weird world.
This month, we’re talking about the recent discovery of a prehistoric giant octopus known as Nanaimoteuthis haggarti, a massive sea predator that lived during the Late Cretaceous Period around 72–86 million years ago alongside dinosaurs like the T-Rex. Scientists believe this ancient creature may have grown up to 62 feet long, making it one of the largest octopus-like predators ever discovered.
We break down the theories surrounding this terrifying deep-sea hunter, including claims that it may have preyed on sharks using crushing jaws powerful enough to break bone. But with soft-bodied creatures rarely leaving fossils behind, how were paleontologists able to piece together the existence of such a massive predator in the first place?
Join us as we dig into the science, the mystery, and the absolute nightmare fuel behind this incredible discovery.