Male blue-lined octopuses inject females with venom during sex so she doesn't eat him, study showsMale blue-lined octopuses use venom to paralyze females during mating, reducing the risk of being eaten.
4 Tiny Romances That Are Almost Too Freaky to Share | KQEDPraying mantis mating involves cannibalism, where the female often consumes the male, yet it's strategic for species survival.
Three-legged lion makes a record-breaking swim in search for femalesWhen in pursuit of a mate, even crossing dangerous waters is not a barrier for some animals.