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Small but dangerous

Flash the rings.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

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Blue-ringed Octopus (Hapalochlaena lunulata) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Blue-ringed Octopus

Species principle: Ringed Warning

Flash the rings.

A clear signal can stop danger before contact becomes necessary.

Blue-ringed Octopuses flash vivid blue rings when threatened. Their small bodies carry highly potent venom, making the warning display an important deterrent signal.

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