He found no Architeuthis in the tank, but he was undaunted.

Many squid scientists wait for decades before getting their hands on the remains of an Architeuthis.

O'Shea explained that these squid, which are found in coastal areas, were a smaller species than Architeuthis.

The beaks are larger than some species of Architeuthis suggesting that the body size may be larger too.

Meaning Architeuthis the giant squid.

News of a marine event off Scotland last month has suggested a wholly splendid candidate - Architeuthis, the giant squid.

The expedition ended without a glimpse of Architeuthis, but, at one point, several jumbo squid did appear on the ship's screens.

In living Architeuthis and Mesonychoteuthis species large size is thought to be an adaptation to the harsh environment of the ocean depths.

"After I saw you, I named my cat Architeuthis."