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Brian Dillon

Identifying the most dangerous jellyfish in Dublin waters and treating their stings

Even the most seasoned Dublin swimmers might not be aware of the ways to spot the most dangerous jellyfish that can lurk in Dublin waters at certain times of the year.

The best way to easily spot the most dangerous jellyfish off the Dublin coasts is their colour, which lets you know when you should avoid getting into the water.

But what exactly should you be looking out for? Here are the most dangerous jellyfish in Dublin waters, how to spot them, and what do to if you get stung.

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