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Community ‘Blue Dragon’ Sea Creature Spotted Again in Phuket Waters
Picture courtesy of Khaosod A rare and highly toxic sea creature known as the Blue Dragon has been spotted along the shores of Karon Beach in Phuket, prompting renewed warnings from marine experts and conservation groups. The Blue Dragon, or Glaucus atlanticus, is a small but strikingly beautiful sea slug, just 3 cm in length, with vibrant blue and white colouring and elegant, wing-like appendages. Despite its delicate appearance, the creature harbours one of the most potent natural defences in the marine world. The marine life conservation group MONSOONGARBAGE THAILAND posted images of the creature inside a plastic cup on their Facebook page, noting that this was the first confirmed sighting in nearly two years. A Beauty with a Nasty Sting The Blue Dragon does not produce its own venom. Instead, it feeds on venomous marine animals such as Portuguese man o’ war and fire corals, absorbing and concentrating their stinging cells within its own tissue. These cells are then stored in the creature’s outer layer and used to defend against predators or unwary humans. Contact with a Blue Dragon can result in severe skin irritation, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. The sting is normally not fatal to humans, but in extreme cases where the is an allergic reaction, the venom may affect the nervous system and cardiovascular function, potentially leading to death if left untreated. Global Range, Rare in Thailand Native to warm, tropical waters, the Blue Dragon can be found floating in the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans, particularly near the coasts of Australia, South Africa and parts of Europe. In Thailand, sightings are rare but not unheard of, usually occurring during changes in ocean currents or seasonal shifts. Unlike most sea slugs, the Blue Dragon does not crawl along the seabed. Instead, it floats upside down near the surface, using air stored in its stomach to remain buoyant. This allows it to drift with ocean currents while remaining camouflaged from both aerial and underwater predators. Public Health Warning Authorities are urging beachgoers in Phuket, especially swimmers and snorkellers, to remain vigilant. “Although it may appear harmless or even beautiful, the Blue Dragon is extremely dangerous,” warned a spokesperson from the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources. “Do not touch it under any circumstances. If found, report it to local authorities or lifeguards immediately.” If stung: Seek medical attention immediately. Do not rub the affected area. Rinse with saltwater (not freshwater). Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-07-11 -
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Health New COVID-19 Sub-Variant XFG Emerges in Thailand
Science gives it a name. This happens with all viruses. As for being newsworthy it isn't. -
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Do Foreign Men Often Move to Thailand Because They Can’t Get Women Back Home?
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Is Phat Kaphrao worth a try?
Phat Kaphrao is a pretty healthy dish, especially if it's chicken or lean beef and not pork, which here tends to be fatty in shops. Oil, onion, meat, spices, fish sauce, beans, msg, holy basil,other vegetables. The reason many die here is eating the raw fish in Somtam and Lao Khao. -
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Do Foreign Men Often Move to Thailand Because They Can’t Get Women Back Home?
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