Few Reports of Jellyfish so Far This Summer
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Few reports of jellyfish so far this summer
The low number of mauve stinger jellyfish spotted in Maltese waters so far this summer could be down to meteorological factors or an increase in alien species that eat them, according to marine biologist Alan Deidun.The mauve stinger (Pelagia noctiluca) is a small jellyfish that is recognisable by its purplish bell and trailing tentacles and...
Holidays come and many choose to pass by the sea, but sometimes bathers are exposed to the painful bites of jellyfish. The sensation is very annoying and usually does not involve gravity, but in some cases symptoms similar to a severe allergic reaction may appear.
Scientist explains why Welsh beaches are inundated with Jellyfish this summer
As the waters off Wales get warmer, they create a more favourable environment for the reproduction and survival of jellyfish, leading to a booming population of them in British and Irish seas – and even rivers! While these creatures are fascinating, they can, in many cases, deliver a painful sting to bathers. Although in the UK none are known to eb fatals, they can seriosuly ruin a day at the beach! It’s also worth remembering that if they sting…
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