An industrial-scale microwave oven may have to be used to defrost a colossal squid caught in the Antarctic last month, scientists say.
They are pondering how to thaw out the half-tonne squid in a way that makes sure none of it rots before other parts have defrosted.
The squid has been kept frozen since it was caught by New Zealand fisherman in deep Antarctic waters in February.
Scientists want to preserve the unique specimen for detailed study.
There's a video with some suggestions from the people of New Zealand on how best to thaw out the squid on this page.
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