Kraken
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Kraken is a legendary sea monster of large proportions that is said to dwell off the coasts of Norway and Greenland. The legend may have originated from sightings of giant squid that are estimated to grow to 12–15 m in length, including the tentacles.
See also
- Akkorokamui
- Aspidochelone
- Cetus (mythology)
- Colossal squid
- Cryptozoology
- Gigantic octopus
- Globster
- Iku-Turso
- Lusca
- Scandinavian folklore
- Vanishing island