India, Aug. 22 -- Hotpot dining may be a gastronomic experience for many foodies, but in several instances, live animals served on the table - meant to be cooked live - have fought back against humans who tried to eat them. The surprising moments were caught on camera and went viral.

A Chinese woman is seen happily recording herself as she cooks and enjoys her food at the hotpot diner. Suddenly, the mantis shrimp grabbed her hand with its strong claws and would not let go.

A Chinese vlogger, known online as Seaside Girl Little Seven, was left shocked after attempting to eat a live octopus. The stunt, meant to make a viral video, backfired as the eight-armed creature fought back.

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