The Blue Ringed Octopus is mainly found in the Indo Pacific Ocean countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, The Philippines, Indonesia, Fiji and Japan.

Signs & Symptoms of Blue Ringed Octopus Bite:
• Progressive breathing failure can occur within 10 to 15 minutes
• Small, painless bite which may become red and swollen and look like a blood blister
• Numbness (initially around the mouth & neck)
• Nausea & Vomiting
• Visual disturbances
• Difficulty swallowing
• Droopy eyelids
• Difficulty breathing

First Aid Treatment for Blue Ringed Octopus Bite:
• Apply resuscitation as required
• Pressure immobilisation
• Keep the diver still, quiet and reassured; Do not let them walk
• Seek urgent medical aid
• Monitor consciousness, airway and breathing

Special Considerations for Blue Ringed Octopus Bite:
If CPR is required, it must be maintained until the diver begins to breathe (which could take some hours).

The Pressure Bandage must not occlude the circulation; The finger/toes beyond the bandage should remain pink with normal sensation; The bandage should be left in place until proper medical support is available.