Fascinating Shot of a Portuguese Man-of-War on the Coast of Gansbaai (00016704)
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Description: The Portuguese Man-of-War, also known as Blue bottle or Physalia utriculus, is a dangerous marine organism with tentacles reaching up to 10 meters in length and thousands of stinging cells per centimeter. Its venom can cause respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. Direct contact can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. This photo captures the menacing beauty of this perilous sea creature.
Location: Western Cape, Kueste Gansbaai, South Africa
Date of Capture: 14.08.2005