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Blue sea slug (Glaucus atlanticus) that was washed ashore with a mass, multi-day stranding of thousands of Indo-Pacific Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia utriculus). This species predates Portuguese man of war and are immune to their venom
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Blue sea slug (Glaucus atlanticus) that was washed ashore with a mass, multi-day stranding of thousands of Indo-Pacific Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia utriculus). This species predates Portuguese man of war and are immune to their venom
Blue sea slug (Glaucus atlanticus) that was washed ashore with a mass, multi-day stranding of thousands of Indo-Pacific Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia utriculus). This species predates Portuguese man of war and are immune to their venom. South Africa
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Blue Sea Slug - The Ultimate Venomous Immunity Party Crasher!
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. In this mind-boggling photo, we witness an epic showdown between two marine creatures. A blue sea slug (Glaucus atlanticus), known for its alien appearance and vibrant blue hue, has washed ashore alongside a massive stranding of Indo-Pacific Portuguese man-of-war (Physalia utriculus). But here's the twist - these slugs are not just any ordinary guests at the party! While thousands of man-of-war lay stranded on the sandy beach, our fearless blue slug stands tall, immune to their venomous stings. Talk about crashing a dangerous gathering like a boss! This tiny mollusk predates the notorious Portuguese man-of-war and flaunts its invincibility with style. With South Africa as their playground, these peculiar invertebrates bring a touch of danger and intrigue to our shores. Their bizarre yet captivating appearance leaves us wondering if they truly belong to this world or if they've been transported from another galaxy. As Tony Wu captures this extraordinary moment in time, we can't help but marvel at nature's incredible adaptations. So next time you stumble upon an underwater party gone wrong, remember that even amidst chaos and danger, there will always be some unexpected heroes who steal the show – like our brave little Blue Sea Slug!
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