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La presencia del Glaucus atlanticus sorprendió a los bañistas en La Línea de la Concepción y encendió las alarmas por su potencial riesgo sanitario
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Urgent Warning Issued: Highly Venomous Blue Dragon Sea Slugs Spotted on Spanish Beaches
Authorities and beachgoers are issuing an urgent warning after sightings of the highly venomous Blue Dragon sea slug (Glaucus atlanticus) along several Spanish coastlines. A recent video, widely circulated online, captures one such creature contained within a snorkeling mask, highlighting its distinctive blue coloration and delicate, feathery appendages. The video explicitly advises extreme caution, particularly for children, in areas including Campo de Gibraltar, La Linea de la Concepcion, Algeciras, Malaga, Marbella, and Almeria. Experts caution that while beautiful, these sea slugs can deliver a potent sting, as they feed on venomous siphonophores like the Portuguese man o' war and store their stinging cells. Beach visitors are urged to avoid touching these creatures and report any sightings to local authorities to ensure public safety.
