Professor Dr. Suat Ateş, warning about the increasing population of blue jellyfish in the Marmara Sea and the Dardanelles Strait, said, "People should change direction when they see them. They should avoid touching the tail area. Although the species is not venomous, the chemical fluid in the tail area can cause redness, itching, and pain from a slight bump."
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Professor Dr. Suat Ateş, warning about the increasing population of blue jellyfish in the Marmara Sea and the Dardanelles Strait, said, "People should change direction when they see them. They should avoid touching the tail area. Although the species is not venomous, the chemical fluid in the tail area can cause redness, itching, and pain from a slight bump."
The increasing number of blue jellyfish in the Dardanelles Strait in recent days is drawing attention due to the high density they create on the sea surface. The jellyfish, which have also been captured by underwater cameras, are causing concern among citizens, and experts have issued a warning about contact with them.