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

Meet the blue-ringed octopus, one of the ocean's most stunning yet deadly creatures 🐙💙 Despite its small size, this tiny wonder carries enough venom to paralyze 26 humans within minutes! Remember, beauty in the ocean comes with a warning—always admire from a distance. 🌊 Video by Jacobguy.media | Ocean Conservation Research - OCR

Small but deadly! What a beautiful yet dangerous creature….. the blue-ringed octopus. Armed with an incredibly powerful neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin, a bite from this little creature could prove fatal. The venom from a blue-ring is 1200 times more toxic than cyanide. More common than you may think, be conscious and alert when exploring Australia’s incredible coastlines. A blue-ringed octopus lifespan is approximately 1 year. Gorgeous aren’t they? #blueringedoctopus #education #juniorzookeeperd

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Although only 8-10 inches long, the blue-ringed octopus is one of the most venomous animals on the planet. Their bright blue rings act as a warning to potential predators. Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/39oZhQG | Oceana

It's cute, but the blue-ringed octopus is one of the most dangerous animals in the ocean, with venom a thousand times more poisonous than cyanide. 📷: instagram.com/mekaialyo | OceanX

266K views · 8.7K reactions | The blue-ringed octopus, a small yet deadly cephalopod, possesses potent venom capable of paralyzing prey and threatening humans. Despite its size, it's one of the ocean's most venomous creatures. With vibrant blue rings as a warning signal, it showcases nature's beauty and danger intertwined. Critter Republic Dive Center #ocean #octopus #bbc | Critter Hunter | Facebook