See how the blue-ringed octopus warns predators away—and paralyzes prey. | National Geographic

Filmed this Blue Ring Octopus in Anilao Philippines. This tiny cephalopod has enough venom to kill 26 people. It is about the size of your thumb. It flashes its blue rings when it feels threatened. Once I shined my light on it, it started flashing. Such a cool animal! | OceanShutter

The blue-ringed octopus, a small yet stunning marine creature, flaunts vibrant iridescent blue rings that pulse with brilliance against its golden skin. Despite its beauty, this tiny cephalopod harbors potent venom, making it one of the ocean’s most fascinating yet deadly inhabitants. Critter Republic Dive Center #octopus | Critter Hunter

Blue-ringed octopuses have a beak-like mouth with a radula for feeding. They inject their venom through a sharp, parrot-like beak located in the center of their tentacles. #octopus #ocean #travel | Critter Hunter

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