Discover the Secrets of the Blue Bottle and its Deadly Tentacles (00016715)
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Description: The Blue Bottle (Physalia utriculus) is a fascinating colony of animals that work together to survive. With its striking blue gas bladder, it captures attention, but caution is advised as its tentacles, which can grow up to 10 meters long, are extremely dangerous. This marine creature has up to 1000 nematocysts per square centimeter and its venom can lead to respiratory failure and cardiac arrest. Learn about a swimmer's encounter with this toxic creature off the coast of Karachi and the life-saving medical assistance he required.
Location: Western Cape, Kueste Gansbaai, South Africa
Date of Capture: 14.08.2005