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The Blue Ring Octopus is one of the most poisonous animals in the world. Despite its small size, it contains a powerful toxin that will kill you in a matter of minutes.
Its venom releases a neurotoxin that causes parasilis and respiratory failure. You don't want to be in the sea at that time.
The octopus bites with its beak and releases the neurotoxin through saliva. There is no antidote for this poison.
It can only be treated with massages and artificial respiration, until the toxin disappears from the body. It may take 24 hours.
These octopuses can measure up to 20 centimeters with the tentacles extended. They inhabit the Pacific and Indian coral reefs.
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