At first glance, this small octopus appears harmless, even endearing. Beneath that appearance lies a biological defense ...

Octopuses have gotten a reputation for being cunning camouflagers and intelligent creatures. But some are known for a more ominous reason: They're deadly. One group — the blue-ringed octopus (genus ...

In June 2024 and for years, rumors have spread that a very small, beautiful octopus covered in blue rings has enough venom to kill 26 adults within minutes: The neurotoxin causes progressive paralysis ...

On certain remote shores in northern Australia, the line between sea and land is not as firm as it looks. When the tide ...

The dumbo octopus gets its name from its adorable, ear-like fins that resemble floppy ears. Their beady eyes make them even ...