14K views · 654 reactions | Have you ever seen a blue-ringed octopus while diving?  Despite their innocent appearance, they are among the most venomous marine species on the planet.   IG user 'kenzokiren' Lembeh, Indonesia | PADI | Facebook

😲🐙 Did you know there are blue-ringed octopuses on the Sunshine Coast? This one was spotted in the rock pools at Kings Beach, Caloundra. Marine biologist Kathy Townsend says the tiny creatures are masters of camouflage, but they have an incredibly toxic bite. Her advice? Don't pick them up, and have a good look inside any shells before putting them in your pocket, because they sometimes hide inside them. 📹 Emily Fox 📻 Tune in to ABC Sunshine Coast weekdays from 5am on the ABC listen app, str

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

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

957K views · 3.1K reactions | Dear tourists, the blue-ringed octopus is one of the most deadly creatures in Australia, it carries enough venom to kill 26 adults within minutes - definitely don't do this! | SBS News | Facebook