The giant Pacific octopus grows bigger and lives longer than any other octopus species. The size record is held by a specimen that was 30 feet across and weighed more than 600 pounds. Averages are ...

However, experts at the Seaside Aquarium told KOIN 6 News that the tentacles appear to be the remains of a giant Pacific octopus — a critter commonly found in Oregon’s coastal waters.

North Pacific giant octopus hug massive crab, such as snow crabs, to paralyze them instantly. Then they use their suckers to crush their prey to pieces before enjoying the feast.