Instead of blending in with the background, octopuses hide from predators by taking on the shape and color of specific objects in their environment, new research suggests.

They layer their eggs with the toxin to deter predators. It's uncommon for a human to get bitten by a blue-ringed octopus, Grasse said.

Octopuses, renowned for their intelligence and camouflage, range from small, elusive creatures to massive giants. The Giant Pacific Octopus, the largest known species, can reach impressive sizes.

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Chameleons, seahorses, and octopuses can all do it — it’s one of nature’s coolest magic tricks! Interestingly, an octopus doesn’t just change colors to hide from predators; it also changes ...

Octopuses are some of the most amazing creatures of the ocean, and among them– some can grow to giant sizes! This article ...