A deadly blue-ringed octopus has reportedly been found in a popular swimming spot in Sydney’s north.
A Sydney council has warned would-be swimmers and residents living near the picturesque Woolwich Baths to be on the look out for a deadly blue-ringed octopus lurking in the calm waters.Hunters Hill council on Thursday issued an alert via its Facebook page warning swimmers about the presence of the highly venomous creature.The creatures are known to live in Sydney harbour.
Concerned users replied to the alert in the comments below, with one resident saying the news was “scary”.“Look but don’t touch! There’s one that lives in Wylies baths at Coogee too. They’re amazingly deadly. And very small. No blue rings til he’s cranky. And there’s no anti-venom- So don’t poke him.”
Blue-ringed octopi are often found in tide pools and coral reefs, known for their characteristic yellowish skin and bright blue rings. The species of octopus produces a powerful type of neurotoxin to sting its prey and is said to contain enough venom to kill several human beings at once. Bites from blue-ringed octopi are rare, but beachgoers are advised to steer clear of them regardless of whether or not the blue rings can be seen.Anyone who suspects they have been bitten are advised to treat it in a similar manner to a snake bite with a compression bandage and seek medical help immediately.
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