Greater Weever
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Greater Weever

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The sting is very painful but rarely dangerous for healthy adults. Immerse the wound in very hot water (as hot as you can tolerate without burning) for 30-90 minutes to break down the venom, and seek a lifeguard or doctor if pain persists or if a child is stung.

A small, brownish-yellow fish that buries itself almost completely in the sand, leaving only its eyes and the venomous spines of its dorsal fin exposed. It's the most common cause of painful stings on sandy beaches in the area, usually when someone steps on it without seeing it.

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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.