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Rare Box Jellyfish Spotted in Eilat Bay, Potentially Hazardous but Not Widespread
A rare box jellyfish species, Alatina grandis, was recently spotted in Eilat Bay, Israel. Only a few individuals were found, posing limited risk to swimmers. The species is less dangerous than other box jellyfish globally, and researchers are studying the specimen to better understand its presence in the area.
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- 01Rare box jellyfish Alatina grandis documented in Eilat Bay waters.
- 02Only a few individuals observed, no swarm or mass appearance.
- 03Species identified by DNA and unique square bell morphology.
- 04Sting can be painful but less dangerous than Australian box jellyfish.
- 05Appearance linked to changes in currents, winds, and climate factors.
- 06Specimen collected for scientific research to study distribution and ecology.
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