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science6 months ago•4 min saved

The Deadly Secret of the Blue-Ringed Octopus

The blue-ringed octopus is highly dangerous due to its production of tetrodotoxin, a potent neurotoxin that can paralyze and potentially kill humans. This toxin, produced by symbiotic bacteria in its salivary glands, is used for defense, hunting, and reproductive purposes, and makes the octopus the most venomous among cephalopods. Despite its small size, its venom is extremely potent, with a few reported human fatalities, though some bites result in no serious effects if treated promptly.

via Live Science|

#blue-ringed-octopus #marine-animals #neurotoxin

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Close Call: Australian Teen's Life Hangs in the Balance After Collecting Venomous Seashell

An Australian teenager was bitten by a blue-ringed octopus while collecting seashells at a beach in Perth. The venomous bite went unnoticed until he showed the shell to his niece, prompting him to seek immediate medical attention. Blue-ringed octopuses carry a deadly toxin that can kill within 30 minutes, and it took doctors six hours to stabilize the teen. Experts advise beachgoers to wear reef shoes and be alert, as these creatures are skilled at camouflaging themselves.

via New York Post |

#beach-safety #blue-ringed-octopus #health-and-safety

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Teen's Innocent Seashell Gesture Turns Life-Threatening

An 18-year-old man in Australia narrowly escaped death after being bitten by a blue-ringed octopus while collecting seashells. Jacob Eggington recognized the bite and sought medical help, potentially saving his niece from being bitten. There is no antidote for the venom of the blue-ringed octopus, which can be fatal within 30 minutes. Officials are now warning beachgoers to exercise caution.

via Yahoo Sports|

#australia #beach-safety #blue-ringed-octopus

animal-encounter2 years ago•2 min saved

Close Encounters with Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopuses in Sydney

A man and his dog had a close encounter with a blue-ringed octopus while walking along Blackwattle Bay in Sydney. The man initially thought he had found a free toy for his dog, but upon picking it up, he discovered the deadly creature inside. The dog began chasing the ball, but luckily, neither the man nor his dog were bitten. Blue-ringed octopi are among the world's most venomous marine animals, carrying enough venom to kill 26 adult humans within minutes.

via Daily Mail|

#animal-encounter #blue-ringed-octopus #dangerous

animals2 years ago•2 min saved

Close Encounters with Deadly Blue-Ringed Octopus

A man and his dog had a close encounter with a blue-ringed octopus, one of the world's most venomous marine animals, while walking along Blackwattle Bay in Glebe, Sydney. The man spotted an expensive dog toy floating in the water and picked it up, only to find a tentacle pop out. Blue-ringed octopuses carry enough venom to kill 26 adult humans within minutes. The man dropped the ball, and his dog chased after it, but luckily, he managed to keep his dog away from the creature.

via New York Post |

#animals #australia #blue-ringed-octopus

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Woman Survives Multiple Bites from World's Most Toxic Animals.

A woman visiting a beach near Sydney, Australia, survived two bites from a blue-ringed octopus, one of the world's most toxic animals. The venom is rich in tetrodotoxin, a neurotoxin that slowly paralyzes all muscles until the victim is unable to breathe. The woman was taken to the hospital and treated for further symptoms.

via Boing Boing|

#australia #blue-ringed-octopus #health

nature2 years ago•2 min saved

Woman Survives Multiple Bites from World's Most Toxic Octopus

A woman in Australia survived multiple bites from a blue-ringed octopus, one of the most venomous animals in the world. The octopus contains a neurotoxin 1,000 times more powerful than cyanide, which can cause muscle numbness, loss of vision, and respiratory arrest. While deaths from blue-ringed octopus bites are rare, the venom can kill 26 humans in minutes. The woman was treated in a hospital and monitored for symptoms.

via IFLScience|

#australia #blue-ringed-octopus #nature

biology2 years ago•3 min saved

Woman suffers multiple bites from highly toxic blue-ringed octopus.

A woman in Australia was bitten twice on her abdomen by a blue-ringed octopus, one of the world's most toxic animals, while swimming at a beach near Sydney. Blue-ringed octopuses contain tetrodotoxin, a powerful neurotoxin that can paralyze and kill humans even in small doses. There is no known antidote for tetrodotoxin, and death can occur anywhere between 20 minutes and 24 hours after the toxin enters the body. Despite being so toxic, blue-ringed octopuses have caused only three confirmed deaths.

via Livescience.com|

#australia #biology #blue-ringed-octopus

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Woman Hospitalized After Double Blue-Ringed Octopus Attack

A woman in her 30s was bitten twice by a blue-ringed octopus while swimming at Chinamans Beach in Mosman, Australia. The venom of the blue-ringed octopus is extremely dangerous and has been known to kill humans. The woman was taken to a hospital for treatment. The octopus will only bite if they are bothered or feel threatened.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|

#australia #blue-ringed-octopus #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Woman Hospitalized After Blue-Ringed Octopus Attack on Beach

An Australian woman in her 30s was hospitalized after being bitten multiple times by a blue-ringed octopus while swimming at a beach in Sydney. The venom of the blue-ringed octopus is considered to be more potent than cyanide and can kill 26 humans within minutes. Paramedics treated the woman at the scene before taking her to the hospital to be monitored and treated for further symptoms.

via Fox News|

#australia #beach #blue-ringed-octopus