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The jellyfish sting is made up of many individual harpoons the number of which varies with species. These harpoons are loaded with complex proteins which again vary with species. The harpoons are fired on contact, this is an automatic response. The jellyfish is essentially a hunter and uses its stings as an offensive weapon. The harpoons are fired at a supersonic speed and after fixing themselves into their prey will explode releasing their toxic proteins these explosions can carry on for hours after the initial attack. The toxic qualities regarding humans range from harmless to the most poisonous substance in the animal kingdom, literally capable of killing a human in seconds. There is little research as to treatment and many "old wives tales exist" the benefits of which are unproven. In the case of the more toxic species there is no known cure or anti venom. The popular beaches of the Mediterranean are experiencing a rise in jellyfish attacks, some of which are extremely painful and cause long lasting lesions. Proprietary creams, although, not a cure can promote healing of the lesions and prevent secondary infections.
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How do jellyfish sting people?
by there tentacles
Where do jellyfish sting from?
they dont sting from top They have stingers in their tentacles.
How do jellyfish hunt their pray?
They sting them with their tentacles
Do jellyfish sting?
YES because they have poisonous thing on their tentacles
What is the meaning of jellyfish sting?
A jellyfish has tentacles which can sting by injecting a toxin. Jellyfish can be extremely dangerous, despite being a very primitive type of organism with no skeletal system.
Do jellyfish sting people when they are disturbed?
yes only if you touch their tentacles
What characteristic does the jellyfish have?
Jellyfish are marine animals with tentacles. They have a bell-shaped body. Jellyfish sting their prey in order to subdue them.
Do Shrimp eat jellyfish?
No because shrimp are small creatures and jellyfish will sting if their tentacles are touched.
What key features do jellyfish have?
A jellyfish's main key feature is the sting, used both to protect itself and to catch prey. The sting is let out from the tentacles.
Why can a jellyfish sting a person even if it's dead?
The reason is the because the jellyfish's tentacles are still producing cnidocytes, which are the tiny needles that inject venom into the victim of the sting.
What is like a jellyfish?
a jellyfish is basically a plant like organism that does not actually shock it just gives a small sting from its tentacles
Why does a jellyfish has tentacles tha sting?
Jellyfish have tentacles that sting primarily for defense and to capture prey. The tentacles contain specialized cells called cnidocytes, which house stinging structures called nematocysts. When triggered, these nematocysts release toxins that can incapacitate small fish and other prey, making it easier for the jellyfish to feed. Additionally, the stinging mechanism helps protect the jellyfish from potential predators.
