A beautiful purple creature called a Portuguese man-of-war, may wash ashore, but it’s important to avoid touching it—and don’t try licking it! An influencer once made the mistake of licking these venomous “cute” creatures, with serious consequences.
As striking as the purple and blue hues of the Portuguese man-of-war may be, these creatures pose a significant threat to human health. It looks like a floating bubble with blue or purple hues and long, dark purple tentacles trailing beneath it.
A sting from this seemingly innocent creature can result in cardiac issues, fever, shock, painful red welts, difficulty breathing, paralysis, and in rare cases, death. If you’re stung by a Portuguese man-of-war, resist the urge to pee on it! Instead, seek professional medical treatment immediately.
