Compass Jellyfish

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Compass Jellyfish

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Its sting causes intense irritation, pain and a burning sensation - contact should be strictly avoided. It is not lethal, but is clearly more unpleasant than other local jellyfish. If stung: rinse immediately with plenty of seawater (never fresh water, which will burst any remaining stingers), remove any stuck tentacles with a plastic card rather than bare hands, apply ice wrapped in a towel for 10-15 minutes, and use an antihistamine ointment or hydrocortisone cream for the itching. In the rare case of systemic symptoms (difficulty breathing, dizziness, facial swelling), seek medical help immediately.

A translucent jellyfish with distinctive brown compass-shaped markings on its "umbrella", which appears seasonally in swarms near the surface. It moves passively with the currents, so whether it turns up at a given beach depends on that day's wind and currents.

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From April to June and from September to October you get warm days, calm sea, and fewer crowds. July and August are hot and busy along the seafront, while winters stay mild but rainy.