Captivating shot of a floating Portuguese Man-of-War off the coast of Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa (00016703)
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Description: The Portuguese Man-of-War, also known as Blue bottle or Physalia utriculus, is a fascinating yet extremely dangerous marine creature. With its bluish shimmering gas bladder and tentacles reaching up to 10 meters in length, it poses a serious threat. Any contact with its nematocysts can lead to severe health issues, including respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. This image captures the compelling beauty and danger of the Portuguese Man-of-War off the picturesque coast of Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa.
Location: Western Cape, Kueste Gansbaai, South Africa
Date of Capture: 14.08.2005