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Blue rings octopus

Scientific name: Hapalochlaena maculosa

Size: Between 4 and 5.9 inches

Color: Beige and blue

Distinguishing feature: Small, and has blue rings all over the body

Where did we see it: Raja Ampat

Blue rings octopus of Raja Ampat

Blue rings octopus

Scientific name: Hapalochlaena maculosa

Size: Between 4 and 5.9 inches

Color: Beige and blue

Distinguishing feature: Small, and has blue rings all over the body

Where did we see it: Raja Ampat

In detail

This octopus can be found in Asia, it's not very easy to see because it's quite small.

This octopus is also one of the most dangerous underwater species. Its ink if it touches its target can cause cardiac arrest, which can easily cause death if one is a few meters underwater.

But don't panic, the rings become a lot darker and bigger to prevent him from getting annoyed.

The different species of Octopus we have seen

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