Octopuses have gotten a reputation for being cunning camouflagers and intelligent creatures. But some are known for a more ominous reason: They're deadly. One group — the blue-ringed octopus (genus ...
When they're alarmed, blue-lined octopuses display iridescent blue rings on their arms to ward off approaching predators. Totti via Wikimedia Commons under CC BY-SA 4.0 Animals have evolved many ...
Along the rocky shores of eastern Australia, a small brown octopus is unassuming as it blends in with its surroundings. When the octopus is scared or hungry, however, it becomes one of the most ...
The blue ring octopus is a small animal with a lethal secret. Though small, this poisonous creature carries a powerful toxin that can kill a human being within minutes. What is even more frightening ...
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. While the bite from a venomous blue-lined octopus (Hapalochlaena ...