paulcoates
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Which anemones are actually poisonous for humans to touch? Which could actually cause death?
Poisonous Anemones
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Anemones are'nt poisonous ..if you were an extremely allergic person it could cause a reaction.Some marine creatures are venomous,such as rabbitfish,stonefish,lionfish,stingrays,scorpionfish,blue-ringed octopus,and there are others.The blue-ringed octopus,box jellyfish aka sea wasp can cause death.
Anemones,along with jellyfish, posess stinging nematocysts..some people are more sensitive than others.Carpet anemones can pack a strong punch,but on the other end of the scale..rose bubble tips are the least stinging anemones.It really depends on the individual.Wearing gloves is the best way to avoid being stung or injured by any marine animals.Even corals such as torches,frogspawn,fire coral have stinging nematocysts..and some people are even sensitive to zoanthids.True palythoa have the most toxic substance known to man..palytoxin.
If you are stung by coral or anemones there are several ways to neutralize or lessen the sting.One way is to neutralize the stinging cells with white vinegar,then use a disposable razor or tweezers to pull out the stinging cells.This will kill,and remove the nematocysts.If you suffer from allergic reactions seek medical attention.
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Anemones,along with jellyfish, posess stinging nematocysts..some people are more sensitive than others.Carpet anemones can pack a strong punch,but on the other end of the scale..rose bubble tips are the least stinging anemones.It really depends on the individual.Wearing gloves is the best way to avoid being stung or injured by any marine animals.Even corals such as torches,frogspawn,fire coral have stinging nematocysts..and some people are even sensitive to zoanthids.True palythoa have the most toxic substance known to man..palytoxin.
If you are stung by coral or anemones there are several ways to neutralize or lessen the sting.One way is to neutralize the stinging cells with white vinegar,then use a disposable razor or tweezers to pull out the stinging cells.This will kill,and remove the nematocysts.If you suffer from allergic reactions seek medical attention.
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