Humboldt squid washed ashore

Dozens of Humboldt squid were found washed ashore on Tofino's beaches early August. A few days later, hundreds of pilchards were washed ashore on the same beaches. Just a couple days ago, more Humboldt squid again were found according to The Province.



Josie Osborne of the Raincoast Education Society on Chesterman Beach, Tofino BC Canada


Biologists suggested that this phenomenon could be due to climate change, as the squid expanded their hunting range due to waters becoming warmer, and were then caught in strong currents.

A dissection of a squid's stomach showed chunks of fish flesh and scales, which most probably were herring or sardines.



What do Humboldts eat?


Climate change is apparently affect many species. Let's hope that there will be no lasting damage to the population of Humboldts.

On a lighter note, I wonder how it would feel to hook on to a metre-long squid while eging? :)