Preparation of giant squid video
Jonathan Ablett
Natural History Museum scientists prepare the giant squid, Architeuthis dux, for temporary storage until a special tank is built to display the 8.62-metre-long specimen.
The giant squid is now on display and can be seen as part of the Museum's Explore tours.
To watch video, you'll need to have Windows Media Player of QuickTime installed on your computer.
- Presented by: Jonathan Ablett
- Date: 04 September 2008
- Duration: 02:58
Got a question or a comment about this video?
To watch video, you'll need to have Windows Media Player or QuickTime installed on your computer.
Still having problems? See the video help page for more information.
Our fossil insect collection includes Rhyniognatha hirsti, the world's oldest fossil insect, dating back some 400 million years.