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While each species of ray and shark are just that, their own species, both rays and sharks are fish and both belong to the same subclass of cartilaginous fish known as Elasmobranchii. Skates, which look very similar to rays, are also part of this subclass of fish. For more information about the subclass Elasmobranchii, please see the Related Links.
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What happens when a jellyfish sting a stingray?
it hurts
What animals can you find that share a same habitat as a stingray?
sharks,dolphins,jellyfish
Are some jellyfish not dandeiruos?
Most jellyfish are not dangerous. The Man o' War has the ability to do some painful damage to your skin, but it is not a true jellyfish . . .
Why are jellyfish stings bad?
They're painful and potentially fatal.
How are jellyfish and stingray alike?
They are quite different in their apearance but one common thing is they sting their predator or any thing that disturbs them.
What are the odds being stung by a jellyfish?
a painful strike to the stung area and a possibility of paralyzment
Are red jellyfish more dangerous then non red?
The color of a jellyfish is not a reliable indicator of its level of danger. Some red jellyfish species, like the sea nettle, can deliver painful stings but are not usually life-threatening. It's important to be cautious around all jellyfish in the ocean and to educate oneself on the specific risks associated with different species.
How the animal stingray is protected?
The stingray has a barb at the base of its tail that inflicts a very painful sting. When threatened, a stingray is able to whip its tail quickly to sting an attacker. If stung by a stingray, the immediate treatment is to immerse the area in water that is as hot as can be tolerated, because heat breaks down the stingray toxin. A doctor should be seen because of the potential for infection and the possibility at a piece of the barb remaining in the body.
What happens if a stingray stings you?
It's similar to a bee sting except arguably more painful because the barbs that get stuck into your skin are larger and in some cases have more potent venom. * Added - In most cases, infection is a major concern as well. Medical treatment should be sought soon after being hit.
Where is the Irukagandji jellyfish most common?
Irukandji jellyfish are found in the waters surrounding Australia. These jellyfish are extremely venomous and can produce very painful stings. They are also very small, averaging about 1 cubic centimeter in size.
Where is the stingray in crystal reef animal jam?
you go to the bottem or middle and then wait
Do all jellyfish have painful stings?
yes very very very painful! a jellyfishes sting is kind of like an electrict shock a very high and paionful one. people can die from jellyfish stings because they go into shock and drown becareful when you swim :O
