Atlantic sea nettle

Indes spēks

Dzeļoši taustekļi

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Ko nodara tā inde?

Each tentacle is covered in thousands of microscopic cells that fire venom-coated stinging filaments on contact. The venom can kill smaller prey or stun predators. In people, the sting most likely causes a painful but non-lethal rash that usually lasts about 20 minutes. Some earlier reported stings in the Philippines caused vascular insufficiency (poor blood flow) and mononeuritis (inflammation of a nerve).1

Cik bīstams tas ir cilvēkiem?

Its sting is rated from moderate to severe. It is not potent enough to cause human death, except through an allergic reaction. While the sting is not particularly harmful, it can cause moderate discomfort.1

Ko tas dara, kad ir nobijies?

When touched, its tentacles fire venom-coated stinging filaments that stun or deter a perceived predator.1