Blue Ringed Octopus [Hapalochlaena lunulata]
Description
This marine species is known for its small size and bright blue rings. It is typically found in tide pools and coral reefs in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Despite its small size, the Blue Ringed Octopus is highly venomous and can be dangerous to humans.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Calcarea
Calcarea
|
| Order |
Leucosolenida
Order Leucosolenida
|
| Family |
Grantiidae
Grantiidae
|
| Genus |
Ute
Ute
|