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The Portuguese man of war is a type of jellyfish. It has long tentacles, around 30 to 100 feet, which are poisonous and help it catch prey.
Often, we admire beautiful things without knowing they hide a dark truth. Even nature’s wonders can surprise us with their real features. In summer, many people enjoy going to the beach, but there are dangers we might not notice. Sea creatures can be mysterious, and even harmless ones can be risky. Now that summer’s back, some dangerous creatures are showing up, putting beach lovers in danger.
The Portuguese man o’ war is a type of jellyfish. It has long tentacles, around 30 to 100 feet, which are very poisonous and help it catch prey. Even after leaving the water, it can remain dangerous for weeks and sting people. If you get stung, use hot water with salt and pour it on the sting area. Don’t scratch or rub the area, even by accident.